Botanical profile

Picea abies 'Cobra'

Latin name
Norway Spruce ‘Cobra’
Common name
Norway Spruce ‘Cobra’
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Picea abies ‘Cobra’, or Cobra Norway Spruce, is an ornamental conifer with a very distinctive habit, valued for its irregular and weeping appearance. Its long, flexible, and sinuous branches, often arching towards the ground, create a spectacular and natural silhouette, ideal as a focal point in the garden. Its dark green, persistent foliage, composed of fine and dense needles, ensures a visual presence all year round. Growing relatively quickly for a spruce, it develops a unique shape that varies from one specimen to another. Perfect as a specimen tree in large spaces or bold landscape designs, it tolerates cold and harsh conditions well, while preferring well-drained soil and a sunny exposure.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Low, in spring if needed
Soil type
Fresh, well-drained
Minimum temperature
-40 °C (-40 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pale yellow to brown, inconspicuous
Fruiting
Long light brown pendulous cones, ornamental
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Irregular and drooping
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 m (19.7 ft)
Width
4 m (13.1 ft)
Growth rate
Slow
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.