Looking for a beautiful and vibrant addition to your garden or landscape? Look no further than the Picea pungens var. glauca, also known as Blue Spruce or Colorado Blue Spruce.
This medium-sized evergreen tree can reach heights of 75-90 ft, with exceptional specimens growing up to 138 ft tall. Blue Spruce has a conic crown in its younger years, which transforms into a cylindrical shape as it matures. The bark is thin and scaly, with small circular plates that flake off.
One of the most striking features of the Blue Spruce is its stunning blue color.
Blue Spruce is not only known for its beauty but also for its resilience. With a deeply penetrating root system, this tree is firmly anchored against winds. It is commonly found along stream sides in mountain valleys, where the soil moisture levels are greater than the often low rainfall in the area would suggest.
Native to western North America, Blue Spruce is commonly planted as an ornamental tree far beyond its native range. It is also grown for the cut Christmas tree industry. The leaves are needle-like and can vary in color from dull gray-green to bright glaucous blue. The tip of the leaves is sharply pointed, giving the specific epithet "pungens."
If you're looking to add a touch of majestic beauty to your garden, Blue Spruce is the perfect choice. Its stunning blue color, deeply penetrating root system, and resilience against winds make it a popular choice for both ornamental and practical purposes. Don't miss the opportunity to add this iconic tree to your landscape.
