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RedCrocus The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce- Evergreen Conifer for Landscaping & Containers 5/6' h B&B

RedCrocus The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce- Evergreen Conifer for Landscaping & Containers 5/6' h B&B

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The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'The Blues'

Description

A stunning conifer featuring cascading, silvery-blue needles that create a graceful, weeping form. The dense branches add texture and color year-round, making it an eye-catching focal point in any landscape.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for specimen planting, accent features, or as part of a decorative shrub border. Perfect for landscape accents, formal gardens, or as a container plant on patios and terraces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'The Blues'
  • Common Name: The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 6-8 ft tall with a spread of 4-6 ft, with a slow to moderate growth rate.
  • Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen needles
  • Bloom Time: Does not produce showy flowers
  • Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • 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: Deciduous trees, perennials, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Space adequately to accommodate growth.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
  • Soil Type: Prefers loamy, acidic to neutral soils.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches in early spring.
  • Winter Care: Benefits from mulching and protection in severe cold zones.
  • Planting Depth: Plant so that the root collar is level with the soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced evergreen fertilizer.
  • Special Care: Watch for pests such as spruce beetles and treat accordingly.
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