#7 Picea pun Blue Diamond/ Blue Spruce

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea 'Blue Diamond'

COMMON NAME: Blue Diamond Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 30'-40' ft. tall x 12'-15' ft. wide

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 5-6 inches per year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 2-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun, Part Sun

WATER & SOIL: Prefers well-drained soil and has average water requirements. Drought tolerant once established. Dislikes wet feet.

HABIT (FORM): Strong, upright, and pyramidal growth habit

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; intense blue-colored

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: Pale brown cones in autumn

PLANT ORIGIN: Rocky Mountains in 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: Specimen