Colorado spruce
Botanical Name:
Picea pungens
Common Name:
Colorado spruce
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Picea pungens
A majestic conifer that commands attention, the Colorado Blue Spruce is celebrated for its striking blue-green needles that contribute to its distinctive coloration. With a pyramidal shape, it stands as an iconic symbol in many landscapes. This slow-growing evergreen thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun, showcasing its full beauty in open spaces.
Admired for its resilience and low-maintenance nature, the Colorado Blue Spruce is a popular choice for landscaping, whether as a specimen tree, windbreak, or a standout feature in mixed plantings.
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Average Annual Low Temp (°F)
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Below -50°F
2
-50°F to -40°F
3
-40°F to -30°F
4
-30°F to -20°F
5
-20°F to -10°F
6
-10°F to 0°F
7
0°F to 10°F
8
10°F to 20°F
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20°F to 30°F
10
30°F to 40°F
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40°F to 50°F
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
| Botanical Name | Picea pungens |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Colorado spruce |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Foliage Type | Evergreen |
| Mature Height | 25-30 ft. |
| Mature Width | 10 - 15 ft. |
| Preferred Zones | Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8 |
| Bloom Time | Non Flowering |
| Preferred Soil Type | Widely Adaptable |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate | Slow - Medium |
| Drought Tolerance | Medium |
