Picea pungens 'Virgata Glauca'

Also Known As

Blue Snake-Branch Colorado Spruce

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

H: 12'-20'
W: 4'-8'

planting zones

3a-9b

Picea pungens 'Virgata Glauca' plant details

Picea pungens 'Virgata Glauca' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with blue foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Picea pungens 'Virgata Glauca'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT - 8 FT - wide, 12 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: open habit, sculptural, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Picea pungens 'Virgata Glauca'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sparse branching on this upright spruce shows pointed needles with bright bluish foliage. A unique form that is quite striking with the blue color! Similar to Picea abies 'Virgata''