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Pinaceae
Trees and shrubs
Norway Spruce 'Fat Cat'
Hardiness
Zone 3
Discover the plant
Family
Pinaceae
Picea abies 'Fat Cat', known as Norway spruce 'Fat Cat', is a compact dwarf conifer recognized for its rounded and very dense habit. This variety forms a small, slightly flattened globular shrub that brings a rich and structured texture to rockeries, dwarf conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its foliage, composed of short dark green needles, covers the branches very tightly, creating a thick and uniform plant mass that remains decorative all year round. Thanks to its slow growth and naturally compact shape, this spruce retains its silhouette for a long time without requiring significant pruning. Very hardy and durable, it adapts well to cold climates and ordinary well-drained soils, while preferring full sun locations to maintain dense and vigorous foliage.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorDark green
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, light brown cones typical of spruce trees
Maximum height90 cm (3 ft)
Maximum width4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rateSlow
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
