Picea pungens 'Early Gold'

Also Known As

Early Gold Colorado Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 6'
W: 4'

planting zones

3a-9b

Picea pungens 'Early Gold' plant details

Picea pungens 'Early Gold' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with blue, gold and green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun 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 pungens 'Early Gold'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, gold and green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, pyramidal, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Early Gold'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A conical form with gray-green foliage with bright, almost fluorescent yellow-cream new growth making it glow in spring. New foliage fades to green into summer.