RedCrocus 'Fat Albert' Colorado Blue Spruce, Picea pungens, 4-6 ft Tree, Easy Care, Perfect for Privacy, Landscaping, Containers, Deer Resistant, Toxic to Pets 10 Gallon

Name: RedCrocus 'Fat Albert' Colorado Blue Spruce, Picea pungens, 4-6 ft Tree, Easy Care, Perfect for Privacy, Landscaping, Containers, Deer Resistant, Toxic to Pets 10 Gallon
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nte7025-redcrocus
Price: 920.00 USD
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SKU:nte7025-redcrocus

Pot Size 10 Gallon

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'Fat Albert' Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Fat Albert'

Description

A vigorous evergreen conifer with dense, upright growth and striking bluish-green foliage, ideal for privacy screens and focal points in landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for foundation planting, windbreaks, and specimen trees in gardens and parks.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'Fat Albert'
Common Name: 'Fat Albert' Colorado Blue Spruce
Size & Growth: Reaches 4-6 ft height with a 2-3 ft spread over 10 years
Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Foliage Type: Needle-like, bluish-green
Bloom Time: Not applicable
Growth Rate: Moderate, about 12 inches per year
Light Requirements: Full sun
Attracts Pollinators: No
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper care
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Other conifers and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Select a sunny location with well-draining soil. Space plants adequately for growth.
Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soil.
Humidity: Tolerant of normal to dry air conditions.
Pruning Instructions: Prune minimally to maintain shape; remove dead or damaged branches.
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds; mulch to preserve root moisture.
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery container to avoid stem rot.
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring annually.
Special Care: Avoid harsh pruning and avoid soil compaction around roots.