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Picea pungens 'Silver Falls'

Also Known As

  • Silver Falls Colorado Blue Spruce

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 6'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Picea pungens 'Silver Falls' plant details

Picea pungens 'Silver Falls' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. 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 pungens 'Silver Falls'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Silver Falls'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt and wind
Soil needs: acidic and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A pyramidal tree that is the exception to the norm for Picea pungens in that it is a rich green color.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Picea pungens 'Silver Falls' plant

How to Grow Picea pungens 'Silver Falls'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • adaptable
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • wind tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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