SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea abies 'Motala'

COMMON NAME: Motala Norway Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 4 ft. tall x 4 ft. wide if left in natural form

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 3-5 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 3-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers medium moisture, well-drained soil.

HABIT (FORM): Globe Shaped; compact and symmetrical.

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; blunt-tipped needles radiate out and downward with a unique silver-blue cast from glaucous striations on needle tops.

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.

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: Border, Foundation, Specimen