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Picea koyamae

Also Known As

  • Picea koyamai
  • Korean Spruce
  • Koyama Spruce
  • Yatsugatake-tohi

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 40'
  • W: 40'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Picea koyamae plant details

Picea koyamae is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea koyamae

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 40 FT wide, 40 FT tall
Uses: rare

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea koyamae

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An exceedingly rare species found on the island of Honshu. Only several hundred trees are left in the wild, and it is as rare in cultivation. It is close to Picea abies and is a small, upright, cone shaped tree. Very attractive in the garden.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Picea koyamae plant

How to Grow Picea koyamae

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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