Picea abies 'Thumbelina'

Also Known As

Thumbelina Miniature Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

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Picea abies 'Thumbelina' plant details

Picea abies 'Thumbelina' is an evergreen conifer shrub. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic and rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea abies 'Thumbelina'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Thumbelina'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Picea abies 'Thumbelina' - This extremely dense, tiny Norway Spruce was found at Iseli Nursery as a witch's broom on Picea abies 'Gregoryana Parsonsii', a dwarf alpine gem in its own right. More globose than its parent, the tight cushion of sharp, short needles puts on a nice winter decoration: prominent brown buds for seasonal interest. Great for Fairy Gardens

By: Kigi Nursery

Oh my. These are so nice it pains us to part with them for it has our plant lust knob turned to 'Full'. Tough as nails true dwarf form of the Norway Spruce, this grows less than inch a year. Doing the math, this is a plant of zero profit for the nursery but is of such class that it must be grown.