Botanical profile

Picea glauca 'Pendula'

Latin name
Picea glauca Pendula
Common name
White spruce 'Pendula'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Picea glauca 'Pendula' is a weeping, narrow form of white spruce, recognized for its unique, slender, and pendulous habit, with a trunk typically staked in the nursery. Its gracefully drooping branches, covered with dense bluish-green foliage, create a very striking vertical and sculptural effect. Perfect for solitary planting, rock gardens, or formal landscaping, it draws attention with its narrow, flowing, and evergreen silhouette. Very hardy and tolerant of difficult conditions, 'Pendula' prefers well-drained soil and full sun exposure, requiring no pruning. This cultivar stands out for its graphic shape, narrow width, and natural structure, bringing a lasting architectural accent to the garden.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type
Acidic to slightly acidic, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not significant
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Small, sparse, light brown cones
Foliage color
Falling green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Weeper
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
6 to 8 m (20 to 26 feet)
Width
2 m (6.5 ft)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

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.