Korean fir 'Luminetta'

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A broad, upright-growing, pyramidal shaped conifer with golden-coloured needles, yellow-green on the above side and silvery green underneath. The new foliage in spring is the most vibrant, but the plant holds a good colour throughout the whole year. Numerous, blue-purple upright seed cones contrast with the needle colour.

Korean fir 'Luminetta'

Scientific classification

Species
Korean fir 'Luminetta' (Abies koreana 'Luminetta')
Genus
Abies
Family
Pinaceae
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Toxicity
Conifers · Trees
Plant type
0.5-1 metres
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
Evergreen
Foliage
Columnar upright
Habit
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest
Full sun
Sunlight
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Ideal temperature

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Korean fir 'Luminetta'

Distribution of Korean fir 'Luminetta'

Distribution map

Distribution of the original taxon: Abies koreana
  • Native
  • Introduced
  • Cultivated

Source:WCVP v16 · Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew · CC BY 3.0 · Boundaries:WGSRPD / TDWG

Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of Korean fir 'Luminetta'

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Korean fir 'Luminetta' care guide

Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
Watering
Full sun
Sunlight
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Ideal temperature

Watering

Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established

Fertilizing

Light conifer feed once yearly in early spring only

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by grafting.

Growing

Grows best in deep, slightly acidic, moist but well-drained soils in cooler climates. See conifer cultivation

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Common pests and diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free, but may be susceptible to honey fungus.

Pests

May be susceptible to adelgids and aphids

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