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RedCrocus Atrovirens' Oriental Spruce-Compact Evergreen for Small Gardens 10 Gallon

RedCrocus Atrovirens' Oriental Spruce-Compact Evergreen for Small Gardens 10 Gallon

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Picea orientalis 'Atrovirens'

Description

The Picea orientalis 'Atrovirens', commonly known as Atrovirens' Oriental Spruce, is a dense, evergreen conifer with a narrow, pyramidal form. Its dark green needles are short and glossy, providing year-round interest and a rich, lush appearance. This cultivar is known for its adaptability and resilience, making it a popular choice for various landscape settings.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen tree, in mixed borders, or as a privacy screen. Its compact form makes it suitable for smaller gardens, and it can also be grown in large containers for patios or terraces.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Picea orientalis 'Atrovirens'
  • Common Name Common Name: Atrovirens' Oriental Spruce
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows to 30-50 feet tall and 10-20 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, with appropriate care
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other conifers, deciduous trees, and shrubs

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, especially during the first growing season.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic, loamy, sandy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels but prefers moderate humidity.
  • 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: Plant at the same depth as it was in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage to branches.
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