SCIENTIFIC NAME: Picea pungens 'Montgomery'

COMMON NAME: Montgomery Blue Spruce

GARDEN SIZE: 8 ft. tall x 6 ft. wide in its natural form

GROWTH RATE: Slow (up to 3-6 inches/year under ideal conditions)

USDA ZONE: 2-7

EXPOSURE: Full Sun

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

HABIT (FORM): Broad Upright; globe-shaped when young, developing into an upright, broad shape with maturity.

FOLIAGE: Evergreen conifer; silver-blue needles

FLOWERS: n/a

FRUIT: Cones

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, Topiary.