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Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa'

Family Pinaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   2a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 0.9 - 24 m (3 - 80 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 9 m (3 - 30 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description This conifer is pyramidal in form and has greyish aquamarine foliage that is showy, matte, medium textured, evergreen and fragrant. The cones are showy. The bark is fissured in texture and aromatic. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning conifer which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge, specimen, screening and topiary.
Special Characteristics Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' is tolerant of pollution and salt. In the winter, Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' provides winter interest.
Cautions Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' (Colorado blue spruce) has thorns and you may wish to wear gloves when handling. Position this plant to be less accessible to avoid injury to children or pets.