SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea abies 'Cobra'

COMMON NAME: Cobra Norway Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: Extremely variable, max height reported to be around 6 feet

GROWTH RATE: Fast (up to 12-15 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 3-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Weeping if staked, groundcover if unstaked

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; green

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: n/a

PLANT ORIGIN: Northern, Central, and Eastern Europe

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. May require staking to remain upright instead of growing along the ground.

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.