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RedCrocus JeanGenie Colorado Blue Spruce-Compact Evergreen for Small Gardens 2 Gallon

RedCrocus JeanGenie Colorado Blue Spruce-Compact Evergreen for Small Gardens 2 Gallon

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Picea pungens 'JeanGenie' Information Page
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Picea pungens 'JeanGenie'

Description

Picea pungens 'JeanGenie', commonly known as JeanGenie' Colorado Blue Spruce, is a striking evergreen conifer known for its vibrant blue needles and compact growth habit. This cultivar is prized for its unique color and ability to maintain its shape with minimal pruning.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a focal point in gardens, as a hedge or windbreak, and in rock gardens. Its compact size makes it suitable for smaller landscapes and container planting.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'JeanGenie'
  • Common Name Common Name: JeanGenie' Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches up to 10-15 feet in height and 6-10 feet in width
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 2-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun
  • 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: Other conifers, ornamental grasses

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 sandy, loamy, or clay soils with good drainage.
  • 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: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as aphids and treat as necessary.
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