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Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: China, Hebei, Shaanxi, Shanxi

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Picea meyeriPicea meyeri

Meyer's Spruce

In Stock: 19.059 lb (Total:19.059lb)

Picea meyeri

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19.06 lb

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Germination:

98%

Germination test:

Cut (Full Seed)

Purity:

99%

Seeds per lb:

70,290

Quantity:

19.06 lb

Collected in:

China
Jiangsu

Crop year:

2024

Min. hardiness zone:

Item ID:

1835676

Characteristics

Growing Info

Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours

Stratification: none required

Germination: sow seed 1/16" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed

Native to: China, Hebei, Shaanxi, Shanxi

Native

Introduced

Discover the charm of Picea meyeri, commonly known as Meyer's Spruce, a resilient and increasingly popular alternative to the traditional Colorado Blue Spruce. This remarkable tree, native to the diverse landscapes of northern China and Mongolia, is admired for its dense, bluish-green foliage and strong disease resistance, particularly against needlecast disease. Meyer's Spruce boasts a slow initial growth rate, which accelerates after three years, reaching an impressive mature height of 40 to 50 feet, or up to 80 feet in optimal conditions. Its adaptability to a variety of soils and drought tolerance make it suitable for hardiness zones 3-7, thriving in full sun with a preference for moist, well-drained soil. Meyer's Spruce is a versatile choice for hedges, Christmas trees, and reforestation projects, providing excellent shelter to wildlife and enhancing landscapes with its striking appearance. Named after USDA collector Frank Meyer, this tree serves as a nod to botanical history while offering a robust, aesthetically pleasing conifer option for your yard or garden.