Abies koreana 'Tundra' - 25-30 CM RB

Description
The Korean fir 'Tundra' (Abies koreana) is a tree that grows in a pyramidal, dense, spreading shape and usually reaches a height of approximately 60 cm and a width of approximately 60 cm. Its needle-like leaves are dark green in colour. Decorative cones adorn Abies koreana 'Tundra' from October onwards. This tree is highly frost-tolerant. It prefers humus-rich, nutrient-rich, slightly acidic soil in a sunny to semi-shaded position.

Bulletpoints
* Decorative cones * Not suitable for overbuilding

Leaves
The Korean fir 'Tundra' is evergreen. Its needles are dark green.

Bark
Deeply fissured bark.

Spread
Korea.

Frost hardiness
The Korean fir 'Tundra' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Korean fir 'Tundra' is a pyramidal, dense and spreading tree with an impenetrable crown. It usually reaches a height of 30–60 cm and a width of approx. 30–60 cm. It generally grows 3–5 cm per year.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
This plant does not tolerate heavy soil. If necessary, the soil structure can be improved when planting by working in sand and mature compost.

Fruit
The cylindrical cones of Abies koreana 'Tundra' are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Use
Container, specimen tree, grave, heath garden, rockery

Root
Abies koreana 'Tundra' is a deep-rooting plant.