Picea abies 'Van Bemmel'

Also Known As

Picea abies 'Van Bemmel's Dwarf'

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-12"

planting zones

4a-9b

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Picea abies 'Van Bemmel' plant details

Picea abies 'Van Bemmel' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Flowers are not showy, but nurture a healthy ecosystem as wildlife habitat. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea abies 'Van Bemmel'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rare, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea abies 'Van Bemmel'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very dense and slow growing form of Norway spruce forming a tight ball. New foliage emerges a light green which sets it off against the dark green mature foliage. Rarely available.