SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea pungens 'Zafiro'

COMMON NAME: Zafiro Blue Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 8 ft. tall x 6 ft. wide if left in natural form

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 3-6 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 2-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers well-drained soil and has average water requirements. Very drought tolerant once established.

HABIT (FORM): Broad Upright; compact, with a rounded profile.

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; lush blue needles reminiscent of its parent, P.p. ‘Moerheim.’

FLOWERS: N/A

FRUIT: N/A

PLANT ORIGIN: 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