Picea glauca albertina 'Conica'
Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Description
Picea glauca albertina 'Conica' is an evergreen tree that grows 3' to 12' tall and 1' to 6' wide with needle-like, light green leaves. It requires full sun (tolerates heat), low watering (drought tolerant), and will take any well drained soil. This is a highly combustible plant.
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:
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.