Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca ‘Conica’)

Dwarf Alberta Spruce

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What is Dwarf Alberta Spruce

Soft-to-the-touch, dense green foliage makes the Dwarf Alberta Spruce Tree second to none. There’s a lot to love when it comes to this amazing pick: Its cold hardiness, ability to thrive in a container and iconic silhouette all merge for one great package.

And with year-round visual interest, it’s a must-have. Whether you use it to dress up entryways, patios or gardens, its manageable size and hassle-free care make it vivacious, vibrant and versatile.

Not only is the Dwarf Alberta Spruce one-of-a-kind and ready-to-grow once it arrives to your door, but our variety also boasts a well-developed root system and more mature branching than you’ll see from other nurseries or big box stores.

With our Dwarf Alberta, you get ease and beauty without any effort on your end – no lugging heavy pots in the backseat or struggling to care for weak plants.

So, why wait? This timeless pick is just a click away. Get our Dwarf Alberta Spruce today!

How to Grow and Care for Dwarf Alberta Spruce

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca ‘Conica’) Growing Requirements

Hardiness zone

2-8 outdoors

Planting

First, select a site with well-drained soil – the Dwarf Alberta Spruce tolerates a wide range of soil types, as long as they have good drainage. Also, ensure you plant your tree a few feet away from any nearby structures to ensure good air circulation.

Next, dig your hole shallower than the root ball and at least twice its width, loosening the soil throughout so that the Dwarf Alberta Spruce’s roots can break through easily. Then, back fill the hole while applying water to remove any air pockets. Once completely transplanted, your Dwarf Alberta Spruce should be watered again.

For container planting, select a pot that’s about one and a half or two times the Alberta’s shipped container. Follow the planting directions below and place in an area with adequate sunlight.

Watering

Water regularly and deeply, weekly or more often in extreme heat, during the Spruce’s first full growing season – this will ensure that it establishes a thorough, extensive root system. The watering schedule will be the same for both container planting and ground planting. But if you’re not sure when to water, simply check the soil – if it’s dry at 2 inches down, it’s time to water.

Fertilizing

For faster, fuller growth, you may also fertilize your tree before new growth begins during spring.

Pruning

Because the Dwarf Alberta Spruce is slow-growing, it can often grow into its natural, columnar shape without pruning. However, if you’re looking for a neater, more precise silhouette, you should prune your tree lightly during winter.

Dwarf Alberta Spruce (Picea glauca ‘Conica’) Details

Common name	Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Botanical name	Picea glauca 'Conica'
Hardiness zone	2-8 outdoors
Growth rate	Slow
Height	6-8 ft.
Width	4-5 ft.