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Picea omorika 'Silberblau'

Also Known As

  • Picea omorika 'Silberblue'
  • Silberblue Serbian Spruce

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 8'-25'
  • W: 4'-15'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Picea omorika 'Silberblau' plant details

Picea omorika 'Silberblau' is an evergreen conifer tree with blue and green foliage. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea omorika 'Silberblau'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 4 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 25 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, screen, windbreak

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea omorika 'Silberblau'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Bright and bushy, this omorika has classic two-tone needles that display a bright silver-blue against a green interior. A wide spreading base supports a sweeping upright peak. Very attractive when planted in deep, rich, well-drained soil in full sun.

Gardening facts about Picea omorika 'Silberblau' plant

How to Grow Picea omorika 'Silberblau'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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