Dwarf Alberta Spruce

Picea Glauca 'Conica'

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Overview

The Dwarf Alberta Spruce, Picea glauca 'Conica', is a slow-growing conifer with a classic conical shape. It reaches up to 10-13 feet tall and 7-10 feet wide at maturity, with dense, bright green needles. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for small gardens. Hardy in USDA zones 2-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Perfect for accentuating vertical elements in a landscape design.

Sun FullWater Low, Medium, Very LowZones 2–6Climate Temperate

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — The Dwarf Alberta Spruce, Picea glauca 'Conica', is a slow-growing conifer with a classic conical shape

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low, Medium, Very Low
USDA zones: 2–6

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Pinaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — This low-maintenance plant is ideal for small gardens; note that this spruce is an excellent choice for

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — conical conifer that offers year-round visual appeal for any landscape design; note that this spruce is an

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — Perfect for accentuating vertical elements in a landscape design; although it can tolerate partial shade

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — This slow-growing cultivar; hardy in USDA zones 2-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — typically achieving a mature height of 10 to 12 feet with a spread of approximately 4 to 5 feet; although it can

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — is ideal for small gardens or as a focal point in larger landscapes; note that this spruce is an excellent

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — which consists of light green needles when young; hardy in USDA zones 2-8, it thrives in full sun to partial

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — although it can tolerate partial shade, image 32

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — Dwarf Alberta Spruce can withstand cold climates; hardy in USDA zones 2-8, it thrives in full sun to partial

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — With a preference for well-drained; note that this spruce is an excellent choice for accentuating entryways

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — it is largely resistant to deer and other pests; hardy in USDA zones 2-8, it thrives in full sun to partial

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — making it a low-maintenance option for busy homeowners; note that this spruce is an excellent choice for

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — but requires protection from wind; although it can tolerate partial shade

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — further simplifying its upkeep.<br><br>When instructing clients; although it can tolerate partial shade

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — note that this spruce is an excellent choice for accentuating entryways, image 39

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea Glauca 'Conica') — or when used in formal garden settings; hardy in USDA zones 2-8, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and

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