Description
Korean Fir tree is native to the southern Korean peninsula in the cool, moist mountainous areas near Mt. Halla. This fir is on the endangered list as it’s native habitat covers only eight square miles. They are suffering losses due to encroachment by bamboo and other possible environmental problems. Korean Fir thrive in moist acidic soils and also break bud later than many other firs. Great choice for moist areas where Fraser firs are burned. Also a good landscape tree. Great for Christmas trees especially if one can’t grow Fraser fir. Another choice is the Korean-Balsam Fir.
Korean Fir Tree
Scientific Name: Abies koreana
Zone: 5-7
Mature Height: 50-70 ft
Mature Width: 5-15 ft
Growth Rate: 12-24″ per year
Soil: Moist, slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Struggles in heavy clay soil.
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Flood Tolerance: Poor
Sun Requirements: Sun
Fall Color: None
Wildlife Value: Nesting for many animals. Deer, squirrels, chipmunks and birds eat the seeds.
