BLACK HILLS SPRUCE
Picea GLAUCA ‘DENSATA’
Dense foliage, petite cones, and unique blue-green color have made this spruce popular.
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Mature Size: 35’ Tall x 20’ Wide
Annual Growth: 12-18”
Specific Maintenance: Protect from deer when young.
General Maintenance: Regular watering, Structural Pruning (every 5-10 yrs), Annual balanced fertilizer (May-June, slow-release).
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Benefits:
Good growth rate, great cold-hardiness, wind tolerant, drought tolerant, no major disease or pest concerns, soil adaptable, storm resistant.
Drawbacks:
Must protect from deer when young.
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