Dwarf Norway Spruce

Picea Abies 'Pumila'

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Overview

The Dwarf Norway Spruce 'Pumila', Picea abies, is a compact evergreen conifer with a symmetrical, globe-shaped form. It reaches up to 3-4 feet in height and width at maturity, making it ideal for small gardens. Its dense foliage, composed of short, dark green needles, provides year-round interest. Hardy in USDA zones 3-8, it requires full sun and well-drained soil, offering low-maintenance appeal for both designers and homeowners.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 2–8Climate Alpine

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — is a compact evergreen conifer with a symmetrical

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 2–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 3–4 Ft.
Mature width: 5–6 Ft.

Classification

Family: Pinaceae
Climate: Alpine

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Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — conifer / shrub for full; regular watering is essential

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — is a compact evergreen conifer with a symmetrical; it requires full sun and well-drained soil, image 49

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — Its dense foliage, composed of short, dark green needles, provides year-round interest; or as part of, image 51

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — offering low-maintenance appeal for both designers and homeowners; slightly flattened top that exudes, image 53

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — it requires full sun and well-drained soil; is a compact evergreen conifer with a symmetrical, image 52

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — scientifically named Picea abies 'Pumila'; with an average growth rate of 1 to 6 inches per year, image 54

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — slow-growing evergreen with a rounded; particularly during prolonged dry spells, image 55

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — This cultivar typically achieves a mature height of approximately 3-4 feet with a similar spread, image 57

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — dwarf conifer features rich; its adaptability also makes it suitable for containers, image 58

Dwarf Norway Spruce (Picea Abies 'Pumila') — slightly flattened top that exudes hardiness and year-round interest; offering low-maintenance appeal, image 56

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