SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea pungens 'Baby Blue Eyes'

COMMON NAME: Baby Blue Eyes Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: Slow growing, 15 to 30 ft. tall x 15 ft. wide

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

USDA ZONE: 2-8

EXPOSURE: Full Sun, Partial Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Dense, pyramidal form

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; silvery blue-green

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: n/a

PLANT ORIGIN: Originally from 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: Privacy screen, specimen.