Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'-Compact Evergreen-Stunning Silvery-Blue Needles 15 Gallon
Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'-Compact Evergreen-Stunning Silvery-Blue Needles 15 Gallon
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Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'
Description
The 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 stunning silvery-blue needles and symmetrical, pyramidal shape, making it an excellent choice for ornamental planting in gardens and landscapes.
Suggested Uses
This spruce is ideal for use as a specimen tree, in mixed borders, or as a focal point in a landscape. It is also suitable for container planting and can be used as a living Christmas tree.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue' -
Common Name: Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce -
Size & Growth: Reaches 15-20 feet in height and 6-10 feet in width -
Hardiness Zones: 2-8 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen -
Bloom Time: Non-flowering -
Growth Rate: Slow -
Light Requirements: Full sun -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Junipers, other conifers
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun exposure -
Soil Moisture: Moderate, do not overwater -
Soil Type: Prefers acidic, loamy, sandy, or clay soils -
Humidity: Tolerates low humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Prune to maintain shape in late winter or early spring -
Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in extreme cold -
Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container -
Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer -
Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and spider mites
