Colorado spruce

Overview

The Colorado Spruce (Picea pungens 'Walnut Glen') is a popular spruce species native to parts of the western United States and Canada. It's an evergreen tree with a pyramidal shape, reaching up to 50 feet tall with an 8-foot spread. Its needles are bright blue-green and are shorter and stiffer than other spruces. It's also tolerant to a variety of soil conditions, including slow drainage, drought and extreme temperatures. 'Walnut Glen' is a slow-growing cultivar that's prized for its hardiness and beautiful conical shape in the landscape. It's perfect for framing landscapes and is a great choice for windbreaks and screens.

Care Guide