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Baby Blue Colorado Blue Spruce-Compact Evergreen-Striking Silvery-Blue Needles 7/8' h B&B

Baby Blue Colorado Blue Spruce-Compact Evergreen-Striking Silvery-Blue Needles 7/8' h B&B

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Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'

Description

Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue', commonly known as the Baby Blue Colorado Blue Spruce, is a compact, slow-growing evergreen conifer. It is prized for its striking silvery-blue needles and symmetrical, pyramidal form. This cultivar is perfect for small gardens or as a focal point in larger landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a living Christmas tree. Its compact size makes it suitable for urban gardens and small landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical NameBotanical Name: Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'
  • Common NameCommon Name: Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & GrowthSize & Growth: Typically grows to 15-20 feet tall and 6-8 feet wide
  • Hardiness ZonesHardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage TypeFoliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom TimeBloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth RateGrowth Rate: Slow
  • Light RequirementsLight Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts PollinatorsAttracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor FriendlyIndoor Friendly: No
  • Container FriendlyContainer Friendly: Yes, when young
  • Deer ResistantDeer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet WarningPet Warning: Non-toxic
  • FragrantFragrant: No
  • Cut FlowerCut Flower: No
  • Grows Well WithGrows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting InstructionsPlanting Instructions: Plant in spring or fall in a location with full sun and well-drained soil
  • Soil MoistureSoil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods
  • Soil TypeSoil Type: Prefers slightly acidic, well-drained soil
  • HumidityHumidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning InstructionsPruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged branches as needed
  • Winter CareWinter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting DepthPlanting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container
  • FertilizationFertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer
  • Special CareSpecial Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent needle desiccation
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