Buy Picea abies 'Medusa'

Also Known As

Medusa Norway Spruce

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-24"

planting zones

3a-9b

Specimen #2308 | $1000

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Picea abies 'Medusa' plant details

Picea abies 'Medusa' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. and brown and pink fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea abies 'Medusa'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, miniature, rare, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Medusa'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This cultivar was found as a witch's broom on Picea abies 'Acrocona' (a cultivar known for its cone production). This miniature form also produces cones but the tiny branches have a slight twist to them. Its small size and cone production make it a fascin