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Picea abies 'Vermont Gold'

Also Known As

  • Vermont Gold Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Picea abies 'Vermont Gold' plant details

Picea abies 'Vermont Gold' is a low-growing, slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea abies 'Vermont Gold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Vermont Gold'

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In summer, this low, spreading form of birds nest spruce has bright gold foliage above shaded, green sections. Planting in part sun brings out the best gold color and protects the needles from winter sunburn. A beacon of light in the garden!
Vermont Gold is a choice dwarf evergreen conifer with yellow foliage. Yellow is more prolific the more sun it receives.
A wonderful dwarf Norway Spruce with short lemon-yellow needles. Needs plenty of sun for best color.
Another great Greg Williams Kate Brook introduction this used to be known as Repens Aurea, completely prostrate with golden needles 4-6? of annual growth.

Gardening facts about Picea abies 'Vermont Gold' plant

How to Grow Picea abies 'Vermont Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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