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
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.
By: Kigi Nursery
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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