Illustrative photo.
Picea orientalis 'GRACILIS' dwarf Caucasian spruce
size/type
medium-sized shrub,medium-sized shrub
usual height
1,5-4m
usual width
1-2m
leaves
evergreen conifer
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full sun
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Gracilis is a dwarf variety of Caucasian spruce. It is one of the loveliest since it grows very slowly, making a neat and compact habit. It bears short, deep green needles that are four-angled and densely packed along the stem.
Young growth is light green, soft and slightly arching, however, as the new branches mature in summer they straighten up again and the whole shrub regains its original upright habit.
Growing conditions and care
Spruce is widely soil adaptable provided the soil is well-drained. It likes neutral to slightly acidic soil and full sun. No fertilizing necessary. Fully hardy to about -30°C (USDA zone 5).
Last update 17-01-2012
