Spruce - Dwarf Alberta - #2

Spruce - Dwarf Alberta is a charming, slow-growing evergreen prized for its perfect conical shape and dense, soft green needles, making it a popular choice for foundation plantings, rock gardens, and container displays. This compact conifer maintains its tidy silhouette year-round, providing reliable color and structure even in the harshest winters. Spruce - Dwarf Alberta adapts well to a range of soils and is highly valued for its cold hardiness and ability to resist deer, allowing it to thrive in challenging northern climates. With minimal maintenance requirements and a naturally petite form, this spruce is ideal for both formal and informal landscapes, adding elegance and evergreen appeal to patios, entryways, and garden beds. Its resilience and versatility make it a favorite for gardeners seeking enduring beauty with little effort.

Key Features

• Perfectly conical form creates a striking focal point in any garden.
• Soft, dense needles provide year-round evergreen color and texture.
• Slow-growing and compact, ideal for small spaces and containers.
• Excellent cold hardiness, thriving in Zone 3b and colder regions.
• Deer-resistant foliage ensures lasting garden beauty.
• Low-maintenance and easy to care for, suitable for all skill levels.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:
   Prefers full sun for at least 6 hours daily, but tolerates partial shade.
2. Watering:
   Water regularly during the first year to establish roots; thereafter, water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering.
3. Soil Type:
   Thrives in well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Amend poor soils with organic matter.
4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:
   Hardy to Zone 3b; protect from frost when temperatures drop below -5°C.
5. Fertilizer:
   Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release evergreen fertilizer.
6. Pruning & Maintenance:
   Minimal pruning needed; remove any damaged or wayward branches in early spring.
7. Special Notes:
   Mulch to retain moisture and insulate roots. No special overwintering required in Zone 3b.