Abies koreana 'Žehušice'
A slow-growing, dwarf evergreen conifer, to around 60cm high in 10 years, with a spreading habit become more upright as it matures. Short, flat, dark green needles with silvery undersides are arranged in dense rings around the branches
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
0.5–1 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Pinaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Columnar upright
- Genus
Abies are evergreen conifers, often very tall, with whorled branches bearing flattened, linear leaves, often whitish beneath, and on the upper branches, large cones which break up whilst attached to the tree
- Name status
Unresolved
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moist but well-drained, slightly acidic soil, in a sunny spot with shelter from cold winds. Thrives in cooler climates. See conifer cultivation
Propagation
Propagate by grafting in winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to adelgids and conifer aphid
Diseases
Generally disease-free, but may be susceptible to honey fungus
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