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Globe Blue Spruce

Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa'

Category: Evergreen Shrub • Spruce

Discover the Globe Blue Spruce, a stunning dwarf conifer with blue foliage perfect for accents and small gardens.

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Mature Height: 2-3 feet
Mature Width: 3-4 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 3-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Slow
Season of Interest: Multi-season
Foliage: Evergreen

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Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Globe Blue Spruce is a compact, rounded evergreen conifer known for its striking blue-green foliage. It maintains a dense form, making it ideal for small gardens or as a landscape accent. This shrub comes in two forms - the high graft and low graft versions. The low graft will hug the ground while the high graft has its' foliage in the air.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and can tolerate a range of pH levels. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Dwarf formattractive blue foliage

Wildlife Value

Provides habitat and food for birds and small mammals.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for small gardens or as a focal point. Works well in rock gardens or as a container plant.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Globe Blue Spruce a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

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