SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea glauca 'Jean’s Dilly’

COMMON NAME: Jean’s Dilly Alberta Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 3 ft. tall x 1 ft. wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 2-4 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 4-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun, Part Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Narrow, Upright

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; green and twisty

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: Cones

PLANT ORIGIN: Northern regions of North America (does not include Tennessee)

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: Borders, Specimen, Foundation, Container.