SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea omorika 'Pimoko'

COMMON NAME: Pimoko Serbian Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 18 in. tall x 30 in. wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow; 1-6 inches/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): Globe when immature; Upright, broad when mature.

FOLIAGE: Evergreen; blue-green needles on top of needles, bright silver on undersides

FLOWERS: Reddish-brown buds

FRUIT: Cones

PLANT ORIGIN: Western Serbia,Eastern Bosnia, and Herzegovina

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: Groundcover, Borders, Edging, Rock Gardens, Containers, Waterwise Gardens