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Pinaceae
Trees and shrubs
Norway spruce 'Motala'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Pinaceae
Picea abies 'Motala', known as Norway spruce 'Motala', is an ornamental dwarf conifer prized for its compact and slightly spreading habit. This variety forms a small, dense shrub with horizontal branches that create a low, regular silhouette, ideal for rockeries, borders, and dwarf conifer beds. Its foliage of short, dark green needles densely covers the branches, creating a fine, uniform texture that remains decorative all year round. Thanks to its slow growth and naturally compact shape, this spruce maintains a neat appearance for a long time without requiring extensive pruning. Very hardy and durable, it adapts well to cold climates and ordinary, well-drained soils. It prefers full sun locations where its foliage remains dense and vigorous.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNot specified
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, light brown cones typical of spruce trees
Maximum height2 ft (60 cm)
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
