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