Overview
Picea abies 'Spring Fire' is a tree, conical conifers in the genus Picea, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen, needle-like foliage. Picea abies 'Spring Fire' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include specimen tree, woodland garden and hedging.
About
Picea abies 'Spring Fire' is a conical evergreen tree cultivar within the Picea genus, known for its stiff, needle-shaped foliage that grows individually along the branches. This cultivar is notable for its interest in spring and summer, thriving best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH. It prefers full sun or partial shade in a sheltered, south- or west-facing aspect. Suitable as a specimen tree, in woodland gardens, or for hedging, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and can be propagated by seed or semi-ripe cuttings.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Picea
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Picea abies 'Spring Fire' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Shrubs
- Habit
- Tree, Conical
- Foliage
- Evergreen, Needle-like
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree, Woodland garden, Hedging
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Picea abies 'Spring Fire'
- Propagation
- Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Resistant to most pests
- Disease resistance
- Resistant to most diseases
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Picea abies 'Spring Fire'?
Picea abies 'Spring Fire' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Picea abies 'Spring Fire' need?
Picea abies 'Spring Fire' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Picea abies 'Spring Fire' hardy in the UK?
Picea abies 'Spring Fire' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Picea abies 'Spring Fire'?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Picea genus
- Picea abies 'Ceejay's Gem'
- Picea abies 'Cincinnata'Norway spruce 'Cincinnata'
- Picea abies 'Gold Nugget'
- Picea abies 'Hank's Flare Star'
- Picea abies 'Honey Pot'
- Picea abies 'Norrköping'
- Picea abies 'Pendula Major'
- Picea abies 'Punahilkka'