Botanical profile

Black spruce Mont Tremblant

Latin name
Picea mariana 'Mont Tremblant'
Common name
Dwarf Black Spruce 'Mont Tremblant'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Picea mariana 'Mont Tremblant' is a dwarf form of black spruce with a naturally rounded, dense, and low habit, ideal for small gardens, rockeries, borders, or container plantings. Its dark green foliage with slightly bluish reflections, very compact and fine, creates a dense and uniform texture, persistent throughout the year. Selected for its slow growth and adaptation to harsh climatic conditions, 'Mont Tremblant' eventually forms a regular and maintenance-free plant cushion. It prefers full sun exposure and well-drained, slightly acidic to cool soil, without the need for pruning. This hardy, decorative, and durable cultivar is perfect for structuring small-scale landscapes while adding a sober and elegant coniferous presence.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate, depending on precipitation
Fertilization
Spring, light if poor soil
Soil type
Well-drained, cool, slightly acidic
Minimum temperature
-45°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pinkish red (female), pale yellow (male)
Fruiting
Small, dark brown, ovoid cones, not very visible
Foliage color
Dark green with bluish tints
Foliage type
Evergreen (conifer)
Shape
Dwarf spheroid
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3–4 ft (0.9–1.2 m)
Width
3–5 ft (1–1.5 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

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.