Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana'

Also Known As

Hunnewelliana Dwarf Colorado Blue Spruce

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 4'-12'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

3a-7b

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Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana' plant details

Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant, verticillium wilt resistant and wind tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 4 FT - 12 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana'

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, seaside / salt, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Slow growing when young eventually becoming treelike this was introduced by Hornibrook in 1923.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

DWARF. This soft blue cultivar is the fastest growing of the dwarf Colorado spruces. It begins with a globose habit and then forms a small pyramidal plant. Good for smaller landscapes.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana' plant

How to Grow Picea pungens 'Hunnewelliana'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- acidic
- adaptable
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant