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Serbian Spruce-Picea omorika-Graceful narrow tree 7/8' h B&B

Serbian Spruce-Picea omorika-Graceful narrow tree 7/8' h B&B

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Picea omorika

Description

Picea omorika, commonly known as the Serbian Spruce, is a graceful evergreen conifer with a narrow, pyramidal shape. It features dark green needles with a silver-blue underside, providing a striking contrast. Native to the mountainous regions of Serbia and Bosnia, this spruce is valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to various climates.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen tree in gardens and parks, Picea omorika can also serve as an elegant backdrop in mixed borders. Its narrow form makes it suitable for smaller spaces, and it can be used effectively in windbreaks or as a screen.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Picea omorika
  • Common Name Common Name: Serbian Spruce
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 50-60 feet tall, 15-25 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: No
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other conifers, deciduous trees

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, loamy, sandy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged branches as needed.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and spider mites; treat as necessary.
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