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PICEA pungens 'Fat Albert'
Commonly known as Blue spruce, Colorado spruce
A large conical shrub with striking bluish needles, scaly grey bark.
(UK Delivery Only)
£25.00
Plant Details
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Good to know
A dwarf conifer growing to about 3m (10ft) x 2.5m (8ft) in 20 years -
Pests & Diseases
Red spider mites -
Place of origin
USA. Southern Rocky Mountains from Wyoming to Colorado. Garden origin -
EvergreenSpiky, blue-grey needles 2-3cm (¾-1¼in) long
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Fully hardy
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Height
4m (13ft) -
Spread
3m (10ft)
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Conifer
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TreeDense, very regular, pyramidal small tree. Produces green cylindrical cones which ripen to pale brown
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Winter Seasonal Interest
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Broadly conical
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Mature Size4m (13ft)
3m (10ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
Coastal / windsweptSuitable for small gardens
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
