Picea glauca var. glauca — Tree, Conical

Overview

Picea glauca var. glauca is a tree, conical conifers in the genus Picea, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen, needle-like foliage. Picea glauca var. glauca 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 glauca, the white spruce, is a species of spruce native to the northern temperate and boreal forests in Canada and United States, North America.

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 glauca var. glauca 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 glauca var. glauca

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 glauca var. glauca?

Picea glauca var. glauca prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.

What soil does Picea glauca var. glauca need?

Picea glauca var. glauca grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Picea glauca var. glauca hardy in the UK?

Picea glauca var. glauca 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 glauca var. glauca?

Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.

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