Overview
Picea schrenkiana is a bushy conifers in the genus Picea, part of the Pinaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Picea schrenkiana grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and acid and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden and patio and container plants.
About
Picea schrenkiana, Schrenk's spruce, or Asian spruce, is a spruce native to the Tian Shan mountains of Central Asia (in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan) and also to western China (Xinjiang). It grows at elevations of 1,200–3,500 m (3,900–11,500 ft), usually in pure forests, sometimes mixed with the Tien Shan variety of Siberian fir (Abies sibirica var. semenovii). Its name was given in honour of Alexander von Schrenk (1816–1876). Grow it in full sun and most soil types. In UK gardens it is fully hardy throughout the UK (RHS H7). It works well for rock garden, city and courtyard gardens, gravel garden and patio and container plants. It tolerates acid and neutral soils, moist but well-drained conditions and south-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects. Plant in well-drained soil. Stake young.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Picea
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Picea schrenkiana size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers, Shrubs
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Rock garden, City and courtyard gardens, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Picea schrenkiana
- Propagation
- Propagate by grafting or semi-hardwood cuttings
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to adelgids, red spider mite and conifer aphid
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to honey fungus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Picea schrenkiana?
Picea schrenkiana prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Picea schrenkiana need?
Picea schrenkiana is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including clay, loam and sand. It prefers acid and neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Picea schrenkiana hardy in the UK?
Picea schrenkiana has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Picea schrenkiana?
Propagate by grafting or semi-hardwood cuttings.
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- Picea abies 'Honey Pot'
- Picea abies 'Norrköping'
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