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Picea pungens 'Pendula'

Also Known As

Colorado spruce

Plant type

conifer

size

H: 1'-6'
W: 8'-10'

planting zones

2a-8b

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Picea pungens 'Pendula' plant details

Picea pungens 'Pendula' is an evergreen conifer with blue foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea pungens 'Pendula'

Plant type: conifer
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 8 FT - 10 FT - wide, 1 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: cascading, pyramidal, upright habit, weeping

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Pendula'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Staked upright creates an irregular, pyramidal shaped plant with weeping branches. Can also be allowed to ramble along the ground or cascade over a wall. Electric blue needles form a distinct look for the garden.