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Picea orientalis 'Nigra Compacta'-Compact Black Oriental Spruce-Ideal for Small Gardens 4/5' w B&B

Picea orientalis 'Nigra Compacta'-Compact Black Oriental Spruce-Ideal for Small Gardens 4/5' w B&B

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Picea orientalis 'Nigra Compacta'

Description

The Picea orientalis 'Nigra Compacta', commonly known as the Compact Black Oriental Spruce, is a dwarf evergreen conifer with a dense, compact form. Its dark green needles and slow growth make it an excellent choice for small gardens or as a specimen plant. This cultivar is known for its resilience and ability to maintain its shape with minimal pruning.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for rock gardens, container planting, and as a focal point in small landscapes. Its compact size makes it suitable for urban gardens and patios.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Picea orientalis 'Nigra Compacta'
  • Common Name Common Name: Compact Black Oriental Spruce
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-5 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • 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: Juniper, Boxwood, Rhododendron

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil; avoid waterlogged areas.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil moderately moist, especially during dry spells.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, loamy, sandy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; shape as needed in late winter.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as spruce spider mites.
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