Overview
Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' is a tree, conical conifers in the genus Picea, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen, needle-like foliage. Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' 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 'Ylivska Snake' is a cultivar of the Picea genus, which consists of evergreen coniferous trees with stiff, needle-shaped foliage growing individually along the branches. This cultivar forms a conical tree with evergreen, needle-like leaves. It thrives best in full sun or partial shade, preferably in a sheltered south- or west-facing aspect. Suitable soil types include well-drained loam or sand with acid to neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal as a specimen tree, in woodland gardens, or for hedging, with interest in spring and summer.
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 'Ylivska Snake' 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 'Ylivska Snake'
- 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 'Ylivska Snake'?
Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' need?
Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' hardy in the UK?
Picea abies 'Ylivska Snake' 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 'Ylivska Snake'?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
More in the Picea genus
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- Picea abies 'Gold Nugget'
- Picea abies 'Hank's Flare Star'
- Picea abies 'Honey Pot'
- Picea abies 'Norrköping'
- Picea abies 'Pendula Major'
- Picea abies 'Punahilkka'