Spruce - Norway Little Gem - #2

Spruce - Norway Little Gem is a stunning addition to any garden, prized for its compact, globe-shaped growth and lush evergreen needles that maintain vibrant color year-round. This dwarf spruce variety is ideal for small spaces, rock gardens, or as a striking foundation plant, offering both visual appeal and easy maintenance. Spruce - Norway Little Gem provides strong winter hardiness and adapts well to cold climates, making it perfect for northern landscapes. Its dense foliage and tidy form create neat borders or accent points, while its slow growth ensures it remains manageable even in limited spaces. Enhance your landscape design with this versatile, resilient, and enduring evergreen that brings structure and elegance to any setting.

Key Features

• Compact, globe-shaped form fits perfectly in small gardens and urban spaces.
• Dense, dark green needles provide year-round color and texture.
• Extremely low-maintenance and slow-growing for easy care.
• Exceptional cold hardiness suited for northern climates.
• Ideal for rock gardens, borders, or as a foundation plant.
• Supports landscape structure and visual interest throughout every season.

Plant Care Instructions

1. Light Requirements:
   Prefers full sun for at least 6 hours daily, but tolerates partial shade.
2. Watering:
   Water regularly during establishment, then as needed to keep soil moderately moist. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
3. Soil Type:
   Thrives in well-draining loamy or sandy soil. Amend clay soils to improve drainage.
4. Temperature & Hardiness Zone:
   Hardy to Zone 3b; tolerates temperatures down to -34°C. Mulch to protect roots during severe cold snaps.
5. Fertilizer:
   Apply a balanced, slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring.
6. Pruning & Maintenance:
   Minimal pruning required; remove any dead or damaged branches in late winter or early spring.
7. Special Notes:
   Mulch annually to conserve moisture and insulate roots. No special overwintering needed in Zone 3b.