Will's Zwerg Dwarf Norway Spruce

Showy, dwarf evergreen

Botanical Name- Picea abies 'Will's Zwerg'

Pronunciation- PY-see-uh AY-beez

Foliage- Evergreen

Mature Width- 6 ft

Mature Height- 10 ft

Sun Exposure- Full Sun

Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil

Current Size- #3

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Companion Plants- Nepeta 'Walker's Low' (compact conifer vs soft lavender spikes)

Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (finches, chickadees), shelter for beneficial insects

Plant Habit- Shrub

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin -

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