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Abies koreana Silberperle

Silver Pearl Korean Fir (Silver Pearl Miniature Fir)

A slow-growing, pyramidal, dwarf selection with compact branches. The branches look like they are decorated with pearls when in actuality they are really resinous, white buds. Short, wide, deep green needles are accented with silvery-white undersides.

  • »  An extremely dwarf globe that will eventually become pyramidal
  • »  Dark green needles curving around the stem have silvery undersides
  • »  Notable white buds, resembling silver pearls, appear by fall
  • »  Slow-growing

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  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:25-30 cm
  • Spread:25-30 cm
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Compact
• Dwarf
• Globe
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
• Silver
Landscape uses
• Rock garden
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Abies koreana 'Silberperle'

A very low-maintenance plant, requiring little to no pruning. A smaller slower-growing alternative to the Abies balsamea 'Nana' that should be sheltered from intense sun exposure. Its compact mature size makes it ideal for miniature gardens.