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Golden Korean Fir

Scientific name: Abies koreana 'Aurea'
Taxonomy
Family:Pinaceae
Type:Coniferous trees
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:5 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Plant Characteristics
Height:20 ft
Width:5 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description In the conifer nursery trade the Golden Korean Fir is best known for its golden yellow foliage and purple cones.

  Morphology:
This slow growing ornamental conifer grows to 6’ after 10 years and eventually up to 20’ tall. A mature tree may only be 5’ in width. The new growth is a soft golden yellow, maturing to a deep gold. The underside of the needles offers a pleasing green color.

Cones are produced near the top whorl of branches. The stunning cones open pink before maturing to purple.

  Adaptation:
in areas west of the Cascades this species will do best in full sun. In hot conditions it will benefit from partial shade.

  Pests:
None reported.
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