Picea pungens Shade sculptural specimen tree with branches

sculptural specimen tree with branches to the ground

The fruits keep well into winter and are highly attractive to birds

this plant isn't very cold tolerant and should only be considered for mild areas

Narrowly conical when young

this sweet lilac may look delicate but it actually prefers cooler climates and is fully hardy down to -30°C

Picea pungens Shade sculptural specimen tree with branchesColorado spruce, also known as Blue spruce, is a broadly conical conifer with horizontal branches sweeping the ground. Native to the Rocky Mountains, this attractive landscape tree bears short, sharp, blue green to silver blue needles and light brown, cylindrical cones. Best in acidic, rich, moist, well drained soil and full sun. Hardy. A shallow rooting habit.