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Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf'

Also Known As

  • Picea sitchensis 'Sugar Loaf'
  • Sugarloaf Sitka Spruce

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-4'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 3a-7b

Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf' plant details

Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, dwarf, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Dwarf and conical? can sound boring but the branch tips of this compact (2-3' in 10 years) beauty twist and curve just enough to make it anything but boring! S/M

Gardening facts about Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf' plant

How to Grow Picea sitchensis 'Sugarloaf'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

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

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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