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Picea rubens 'Hexenbesen'

Also Known As

  • Picea ruben 'HB'
  • HB Dwarf Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 18"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 5a-7b

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Picea rubens 'Hexenbesen' plant details

Picea rubens 'Hexenbesen' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. 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 rubens 'Hexenbesen'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 18 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, miniature, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea rubens 'Hexenbesen'

USDA Zones: 5a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Picea rubens 'HB' - A dwarf variety of Red Spruce. Makes a ball shape plant with tiny green leaves. Found as a witches' broom. Grows about two inches a year.

Gardening facts about Picea rubens 'Hexenbesen' plant

How to Grow Picea rubens 'Hexenbesen'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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