Picea abies 'Aurea Magnifica'

Also Known As

Magnificent Golden Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 5'-10'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

4a-9b

Picea abies 'Aurea Magnifica' plant details

Picea abies 'Aurea Magnifica' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold, green and variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 'Aurea Magnifica'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 5 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, pyramidal, rock garden, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Aurea Magnifica'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf gold form with its brightest color in winter. Summer color is golden-green or yellow-green. Shrubby when young, forming a leader and becoming a dense pyramid as it ages.