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RedCrocus Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca'- Evergreen Ornamental Tree, Perfect for Landscaping & Privacy Screens, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant 5/6' h B&B

RedCrocus Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca'- Evergreen Ornamental Tree, Perfect for Landscaping & Privacy Screens, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant 5/6' h B&B

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Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca'

Description

This cultivar features striking silvery-blue foliage and conical growth habit. It is a hardy evergreen that adds year-round visual interest to landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for privacy screens, windbreaks, specimen plantings, and as a focal point in gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca'
  • Common Name: Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & Growth: Typically reaches 50-75 ft tall with a 15-20 ft spread over several decades
  • Hardiness Zones: 2-6
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, Needle-like
  • Bloom Time: Not typically flowering; cone production in late summer
  • Growth Rate: Moderate (12-24 inches per year)
  • Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Bees, birds
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Suitable for large containers with proper root space
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested to pets and humans
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: Yes, used for ornamental arrangements
  • Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses, and perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Space adequately to allow mature growth.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
  • Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, sandy or loamy soils.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Light pruning to maintain shape; remove dead branches in late winter.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh wind; minimal winter mulching recommended.
  • Planting Depth: Plant so that the root collar is level with the soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Apply a slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring annually.
  • Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
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