Blondie Dwarf Norway Spruce

Compact upright habit, golden-yellow foliage

Botanical Name- Picea abies 'Blondie'

Pronunciation- PY-see-uh AY-beez

Foliage- Evergreen

Mature Width- 6 ft

Mature Height- 10 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Medium moist, neutral to acidic, well-drained

Current Size- #6

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Companion Plants- Heuchera 'Lime Marmalade' (bright conifer tips vs lime foliage)

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

Plant Habit- Shrub

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