Kohout’s Ice Breaker Korean Fir – Live Dwarf Evergreen Conifer | 8 Inch Tall Plant | 1 Gallon Pot | Abies koreana Compact Fir
Add rare texture and icy blue color to your landscape with Kohout’s Ice Breaker Korean Fir, a miniature evergreen conifer prized for its tightly curled silvery-blue needles and compact rounded form. Originally discovered as a witch’s broom mutation from the famous ‘Silberlocke’ Korean Fir in Germany, this unique dwarf variety creates exceptional year-round interest in rock gardens, fairy gardens, alpine landscapes, patio containers, and specialty conifer collections.
Its dense foliage reflects the bright silvery undersides of the curled needles, giving the plant a striking frosted appearance from every angle. Slow growing and naturally compact, Kohout’s Ice Breaker is ideal for collectors and gardeners looking for a truly distinctive evergreen focal point. These healthy plants are shipped approximately 8 inches tall in 1 gallon nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the landscape.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Kohout’s Ice Breaker Korean Fir
✔️ Approximately 8 inches tall
✔️ 1 gallon pot plant
✔️ Dwarf silvery-blue evergreen conifer
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Kohout’s Ice Breaker Korean Fir
Botanical Name: Abies koreana ‘Kohout’s Ice Breaker’
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer shrub
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining slightly acidic soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
Mature Height: Approximately 1.5–2 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 1.5–2 feet
Growth Rate: Slow
USDA Zones: 4–8
Container Friendly: Yes
💡 Care Tip: Plant in well-draining soil and provide afternoon shade in hotter climates to preserve the bright silvery-blue foliage color. Mulching helps maintain cool root conditions and even soil moisture.