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Picea abies 'Ellwangeriana'

Also Known As

  • Ellwangeriana Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Picea abies 'Ellwangeriana' plant details

Picea abies 'Ellwangeriana' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade 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 'Ellwangeriana'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Ellwangeriana'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf spruce with light-green foliage and an upright but flat-topped globe shape. Found in the 19th century.
DWARF. This is an irregular upright form of the Norway Spruce, with large dark green needles compacted together on stout ascending branches. The original was discovered around 1890 and is/was located in Highland Park, Rochester, NY.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Picea abies 'Ellwangeriana' plant

How to Grow Picea abies 'Ellwangeriana'

  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • rich
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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