black spruce
Picea mariana 'Nana'
Overview
Black spruce (Picea mariana 'Nana') is a narrow evergreen native to cooler northern climates. Its attractive pendulous branches bear dark-green needles with silvery-white undersides, giving it a unique two-toned look. Growing up to 8m high and 5m wide, it is a slow grower with a dense, compact form. This hardy conifer is also tolerant to a wide range of soil ranging from wet to dry, acidic to basic. It is often used as an effective windbreak or ornamental in gardens or parks. When trained and pruned, its branches make an interesting feature or bonsai.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun Partial sun.
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Clay, Humus
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3-7.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, June, July.
Propagation
Cutting, Grafting Propagation, Layering Propagation, Air Layering Propagation, Seed Propagation
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