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Picea omorika 'de Ruyter'

Also Known As

  • de Ruyter Korean Spruce
  • de Ruyter Serbian Spruce

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 6'-7'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Picea omorika 'de Ruyter' plant details

Picea omorika 'de Ruyter' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. In spring cream and insignificant flowers flowers emerge Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea omorika 'de Ruyter'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 6 FT - 7 FT - tall
Flowers: cream and insignificant flowers blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, focal point, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea omorika 'de Ruyter'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A slow growing, irregular upright form of Serbian spruce with both dark blue-green and green closely spaced needles. Silver undersides highlight this two-toned appearance. A choice selection for a focal point in the garden.
Texture, color and an irregular sculptural habit give this adaptable, slow-growing evergreen conifer unique character and make it an excellent focal point for the small garden. Individual shoots display either blue needles for a frosty look, or green needles for a softer look, both on the same plant. The interesting, rustic appearance will accent many garden styles.

Gardening facts about Picea omorika 'de Ruyter' plant

How to Grow Picea omorika 'de Ruyter'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • cream
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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