C60-Picea / Spruce #2 Picea pun Baby Blue/ Dwarf Colorado Blue Spruce

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea pungens 'Baby Blue'

COMMON NAME: Baby Blue Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 20.0 to 30.0 ft. tall x 15.0 ft. wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 2-3 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 3-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun, Part Sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers well-drained soil and has average water requirements.

HABIT (FORM): Strong, conical shape

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; silver-blue

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: n/a

PLANT ORIGIN: The Rocky Mountains of the United States

WILDLIFE SUPPORT: Provides winter cover and nesting areas for small mammals and birds.

FERTILIZING: Feed in spring and fall with acidic organic fertilizer.

PRUNING: Minimal shearing required. Hand pruning in late winter or early summer is best if you do decide to trim them.

PET SAFETY: May be toxic in large amounts, but not commonly eaten by pets. Always research further if you have concerns, as reactions can occur with anything.

USES: Specimen.