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Picea mariana 'Ericoides'

Also Known As

Picea mariana 'Blue Bird's Nest'
Blue Birds Nest Spruce

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Picea mariana 'Ericoides' plant details

Picea mariana 'Ericoides' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue foliage. and brown and purple fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture 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 mariana 'Ericoides'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: miniature

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea mariana 'Ericoides'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

MINIATURE. This adorable little black spruce tolerates wet sites. It has narrow, bluish foliage, with a rounded, uniform habit. This is one that every garden should have!