Overview
Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' is a tree, conical conifers in the genus Picea, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen, needle-like foliage. Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' 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 pungens 'Silvanus Conica' is a conical evergreen tree cultivar within the Picea genus, known for its stiff, needle-shaped foliage growing individually along the branches. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with an acid to neutral pH, and prefers full sun to partial shade in sheltered, south- or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable as a specimen tree, for woodland gardens, or hedging. Interest is maintained through spring and summer, reflecting the typical characteristics of Picea conifers with their elongated, leathery cones at shoot tips.
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 pungens 'Silvanus Conica' 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 pungens 'Silvanus Conica'
- 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 pungens 'Silvanus Conica'?
Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' need?
Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' grows best in loam and sand soil. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' hardy in the UK?
Picea pungens 'Silvanus Conica' 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 pungens 'Silvanus Conica'?
Seed, Semi-ripe cuttings.
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