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Early Gold' Oriental Spruce 7/8' w B&B

Early Gold' Oriental Spruce 7/8' w B&B

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Picea orientalis 'Early Gold'

Description

Picea orientalis 'Early Gold', commonly known as the 'Early Gold' Oriental Spruce, is a stunning evergreen conifer known for its vibrant golden foliage in spring. This compact tree adds year-round interest to gardens with its dense, pyramidal form and fine-textured needles.

Suggested Uses

This plant is perfect for use as a specimen tree, in mixed borders, or as a striking addition to rock gardens. Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller gardens and urban landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Picea orientalis 'Early Gold'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Early Gold' Oriental Spruce
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 10-15 feet tall, 6-10 feet 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: Junipers, Rhododendrons

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: Ensure the root flare is visible above the soil line.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as spruce spider mites and treat as necessary.
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