Picea glauca albertina 'Conica'
Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Description
Picea glauca 'Conica' is a evergreen tree that grows 3' to 12' tall and 1' to 6' wide with needle-like, green-light green leaves. Its requires full sun (tolerates heat), low watering (drought tolerant), and will take any well drained soil.
Plant Type
Conifer, Shrub
Height Range
3-6', 6-12'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Formal, Japanese, Ranch
Accenting Features
Silhouette
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Park, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Topiary
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.