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Pinaceae
Trees and shrubs
Norway Spruce 'Ripplebrook'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Pinaceae
Picea abies 'Ripplebrook', known as Norway spruce 'Ripplebrook', is an original ornamental conifer recognized for its irregular habit and slightly undulating branches, which give it a very natural look. This variety develops a compact and picturesque silhouette with gracefully layered branches, creating a dynamic texture in rockeries, conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its foliage, composed of short, dark green needles, densely covers the branches and remains decorative all year round. Over time, the plant develops a slightly pyramidal form while maintaining an informal character that adds movement to landscape designs. Very hardy and adaptable, this spruce tolerates poor soils and cold climatic conditions, provided the soil is well-drained and the exposure sunny.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingTypical elongated light brown spruce cones
Maximum height2 m (6 ft)
Maximum width4.9 ft (1.5 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
