Picea abies 'Aarburg'

Also Known As

Aarburg Weeping Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 14'
W: 4'

planting zones

3a-9b

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Picea abies 'Aarburg' plant details

Picea abies 'Aarburg' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with 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 abies 'Aarburg'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 14 FT tall
Uses: border plant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Aarburg'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Picea abies 'Aarburg' - A very fast growing weeping Norway. Leaders are very strong and 3 ft. a year. Leaves green on an irregular shaped weeper.

By: Kigi Nursery

By far my favorite weeping Norway 'Aarburg' has a fantastic irregular weeping habit, incredible when silhouetted against the skyline on a moonlit night, introduced by Haller nurseries of Aarburg Switzerland, the photo in the Conifer Encyclopedia does not begin to do it justice.