Picea mariana Wellspire 5'
 
        Picea mariana Wellspire 5'
                      Wellspire Black Spruce
                    
                      Narrow upright habit
                    
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A flat, columnar form, foliage as the species. A good accent plant said to be only 3 ft. wide at base when 10 years old. Deer resistant.   'Wellspire' is a columnar that is faster growing and reaches heights of 25-30' and a spread of 15 Bright green, soft needles.
  
                      Botanical Name- Picea mariana 'Wellspire'
                    
                      Pronunciation- PY-see-uh mar-ee-AN-uh
                    
                      Foliage- Evergreen
                    
                      Mature Width- 6 ft
                    
                      Mature Height- 25 ft
                    
                      Sun Exposure- Full Sun
                    
                      Soil Preferences- Prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soil
                    
                      Current Size- 5'
                    
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                      Companion Plants- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (narrow spire vs purple blooms,  pollinator-friendly)
                    
                      Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (finches, chickadees), shelter for beneficial insects
                    
                      Plant Habit- Shrub
                    
- Care Rating- Easy
                      Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - C10-11
                    
                      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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