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RedCrocus The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce- Vibrant Blue Foliage Evergreen Conifer for Landscape, Focal Point, or Specimen Plant 6/7' h B&B

RedCrocus The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce- Vibrant Blue Foliage Evergreen Conifer for Landscape, Focal Point, or Specimen Plant 6/7' h B&B

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SKU:nse7145-redcrocus

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

Description

A striking evergreen conifer characterized by its cascading branches and vibrant blue foliage, providing a dramatic statement in any landscape.

Suggested Uses

Ideal as a focal point, in rock gardens, or as a specimen plant in residential or commercial landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'The Blues'
  • Common Name: The Blues' Weeping Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & Growth: Typically grows 3-6 ft tall and wide over 10 years, with a cascading form.
  • Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, Needle-leaved
  • Bloom Time: Does not produce showy flowers; cones mature in fall
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Nontoxic to pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing 3-4 feet apart for best cascading effect.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
  • Soil Type: Adaptable to loamy, sandy, or clay soils with good drainage.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or damaged branches in early spring.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; Mulch around root zone to conserve moisture.
  • Planting Depth: Plant so that the root collar is level with the soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring annually.
  • Special Care: Avoid overwatering; ensure good air circulation to prevent disease.
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