Picea mariana Blue Teardrop #6
Picea mariana Blue Teardrop #6
Blue Teardrop Black Spruce
Dwarf evergreen
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A cold hardy dwarf selection with striking blue-green foliage; very small needles and dense branching produces a tight, attractive form; an outstanding color accent in the garden or landscape. Higher maintenance; it may require regular care and upkeep, only trim back the new growth of the current season, other than to remove any dieback.
Botanical Name- Picea mariana 'Blue Tear Drop'
Pronunciation- PY-see-uh mar-ee-AN-uh
Foliage- Evergreen
Mature Width- 4 ft
Mature Height- 6 ft
Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil
Current Size- #6
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Companion Plants- Veronica spicata 'Royal Candles' (blue conifer vs upright purple spikes)
Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (finches, chickadees), shelter for beneficial insects
Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C7
Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches in late winter; water deeply during drought and fertilize sparingly.
Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove deadwood and shape. Avoid over-pruning.
Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a conifer-specific fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around roots to prevent soggy conditions.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone
Possible Issues- Spruce budworms, needle rust
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