Picea pungens 'Sunshine'

Also Known As

Sunshine Colorado Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 5'-15'
W: 3'-9'

planting zones

3a-8b

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Picea pungens 'Sunshine' plant details

Picea pungens 'Sunshine' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with chartreuse and gold foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea pungens 'Sunshine'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 3 FT - 9 FT - wide, 5 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, dwarf, pyramidal, rock garden, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Sunshine'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful, golden-yellow foliage is perhaps the brightest of any Picea pungens. New growth is most outstanding, but the color lasts well into the summer with minimal burn when planted in some shade.