Illustrative photo.
Picea abies 'LITTLE GEM' dwarf Norway spruce
size/type
low or groundcovering
usual height
0,3-0,6m
usual width
0,4-0,8m
leaves
evergreen conifer
colour of leaves
flowers
insignificant or non-blooming
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
3 (down to -40°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant
Little Gem is a true dwarf among dwarf conifers. It is a sport of Nidiformis Norway spruce with mid to pale green, very short needles and very compact habit. The plant keeps very dense and needs no shaping to look nice. Naturally it forms a globose or mounded shape.
Growing dwarf conifers is very easy. Once established they need little or no maintenance, and can be used in rockeries, pots, and throws. They needn't be pruned as we are happy for every centimeter they make. Though, modeling or trimming is possible in early spring or midsummer.
Growing conditions and care
Norway spruce will grow in any, reasonably drained soil in full sun or part shade. Avoid extremes of dry or wet ground. Hardy to about -40°C (USDA zone 3).
Last update: 25-02-2013
