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Baby Blue Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'- Compact Evergreen Tree with Bluish-Silver Needles, Perfect for Landscape & Container Gardening 10 Gallon

Baby Blue Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'- Compact Evergreen Tree with Bluish-Silver Needles, Perfect for Landscape & Container Gardening 10 Gallon

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Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'

Description

The Baby Blue Colorado Blue Spruce is a compact evergreen tree known for its striking bluish-silver foliage and dense, pyramidal shape. It adds vibrant color and structure to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for landscape accents, small privacy screens, and container gardening. Perfect for rock gardens and as a focal point in garden beds.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce Picea pungens 'Glauca Baby Blue'
  • Common Name: Baby Blue' Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & Growth: 3-8 ft tall and wide over time; slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type: Deciduous conifer with bluish-silver needles
  • Bloom Time: Not typically flowering, but produces small cones in late summer
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other conifers, ground covers, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-draining soil in full sun for best growth.
  • Soil Moisture: Maintain evenly moist, not soggy soil.
  • Soil Type: Adaptable; prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged branches.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and heavy snow; watering in drought conditions helps winter survival.
  • Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery; ensure the root collar is level with soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Use a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulching helps conserve soil moisture and protect roots during winter.
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