Picea pungens 'Fastigiata'

Also Known As

Fastigiata Narrow Colorado Blue Spruce

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 25'-35'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

2a-9b

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Picea pungens 'Fastigiata' plant details

Picea pungens 'Fastigiata' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea pungens 'Fastigiata'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 25 FT - 35 FT - tall
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Fastigiata'

USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A popular selection for its tight columnar habit as it won't grow as tall and/or wide as the species. It is the perfect choice for planting in a small area. 'Fastigiata' will eventually begin to spread with age, but can be kept tight with shearing. Growth Rate 6-12" per yr

By: Garden World

Picea pungens 'Fastigiata' - Narrow Colorado Blue Spruce A strong grower with excellent blue foliage make this narrow selection the ideal blue accent or focal point where space is a consideration. Its posture suggests a fat, steel-blue cigar or a tall, lean sentinel in the landscape.