RedCrocus Globe Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' Standard | Compact Evergreen for Garden & Container | Drought Tolerant, Ornamental Tree 6 Gallon

Name: RedCrocus Globe Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' Standard | Compact Evergreen for Garden & Container | Drought Tolerant, Ornamental Tree 6 Gallon
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nse6896-redcrocus
Price: 364.00 USD
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Pot Size 6 Gallon

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Globe Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' Standard

Description

A compact, dense conifer showcasing striking silvery-blue foliage, ideal for focal points or small landscape areas. Naturally shaped with a rounded form, it provides year-round visual interest and excellent drought tolerance.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for small gardens, landscape foundation plantings, or as a container specimen on patios and terraces. Also suitable for wildlife gardens and decorative borders.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Globe Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' Standard
Common Name: Globe Colorado Blue Spruce
Size & Growth: Up to 3-4 ft tall and wide when matured; grows slowly at approximately 3-6 inches per year.
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7
Foliage Type: Evergreen needles with silvery-blue hue
Bloom Time: Cones develop in late spring to early summer, not showy flowers
Growth Rate: Slow
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Attracts Pollinators: No
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses, and shrubbery

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space at least 3-4 feet apart for mature size.
Soil Moisture: Maintain evenly moist soil, avoid waterlogging.
Soil Type: Prefers sandy or loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soil.
Humidity: Tolerant of a range of humidity levels.
Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring.
Winter Care: Generally cold hardy; protect young specimens from harsh winter winds if necessary.
Planting Depth: Set the root ball slightly above ground level to allow for settling.
Fertilization: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and protect roots.