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Picea pungens 'Fat Albert'-Colorado Blue Spruce-Dense pyramidal shape 5/6' h 25 Gallon

Picea pungens 'Fat Albert'-Colorado Blue Spruce-Dense pyramidal shape 5/6' h 25 Gallon

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Picea pungens 'Fat Albert' - Plant Catalog

Picea pungens 'Fat Albert'

Description

Picea pungens 'Fat Albert', commonly known as Fat Albert Colorado Blue Spruce, is a striking coniferous tree known for its dense, pyramidal shape and vibrant blue needles. This evergreen tree is a popular choice for adding year-round color and structure to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use as a specimen tree, in mixed borders, or as a privacy screen. Its striking color and form make it an excellent focal point in any landscape design.

Plant Details
  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'Fat Albert'
  • Common Name Common Name: Fat Albert Colorado Blue Spruce
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically reaches 10-15 feet in height and 6-10 feet in width
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 2-8
  • 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: No
  • 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, deciduous shrubs
Care Tips
  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun exposure
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches
  • Winter Care Winter Care: No special care needed; hardy in cold climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases
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