COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE
PICEA PUNGENS GLAUCA
Decent deer resistance and a dense canopy have made this a popular variety.
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Mature Size: 50’ Tall x 25’ Wide
Annual Growth: 5-15”
Specific Maintenance: Prune out any codominate leaders. 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, good deer resistance.
Drawbacks:
Must protect from deer when young.
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