Botanical profile

Picea abies 'Pumila'

Latin name
Picea abies 'Pumila'
Common name
Dwarf Norway Spruce ‘Pumila’
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Picea abies 'Pumila', or dwarf Norway spruce, is a compact ornamental conifer valued for its dense, slightly flattened habit. It forms a rounded clump with short, tight branches covered in persistent dark green needles, ensuring a stable presence year-round. Its slow growth and modest size make it an excellent choice for rockeries, borders, or small, low-maintenance gardens. Its fine, regular texture adds structure and contrast to landscape designs. Very hardy and tolerant, it adapts to a wide variety of well-drained soils and withstands harsh climatic conditions. Used as a specimen or in mass plantings, it offers a durable and aesthetic solution.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Weak, in spring if needed
Soil type
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
Small, discreet, light brown cones
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Rounded and slightly flattened
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 m (3.3 ft)
Width
1.5 m (4.9 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.