Dwarf Alberta Spruce is a deer resistant, evergreen tree with a compact, conical habit. Dense, soft, very fine foliage emerges bright green and matures to gray-green. Use as an accent, hedge, topiary, potted plant or living Christmas tree.
- Landscape Size: 6′-8′ tall, 4′-5′ wide
- Light Requirement: Full Sun or Morning Sun/Afternoon Shade
- Water Needs: Moderate
- USDA Zone: 3a
- Growth Habit: Columnar
- Growth Rate: Slow
- Attributes: Deer Resistant, Attracts Birds
See Green Thumb Guide below for region specific information.
Tolerant of most soils with good drainage. Prune in winter. Prune topiary to maintain shape. Feed in spring, before new growth, with a multipurpose fertilizer. When using as a living Christmas tree, bring in 10 days before Christmas. Once tree is indoors, place ice cubes around the base.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices(Opens in a new window) (Opens in new window)
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