Botanical profile

Picea pungens 'Baby Blue'

Latin name
Picea pungens Baby Blue
Common name
Blue Spruce 'Baby Blue'
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Picea pungens 'Baby Blue' is a compact selection of the Colorado blue spruce, recognized for its intense, dense, and uniform silvery-blue foliage, which retains its vibrant hue all year round. Its narrow and well-structured conical habit, combined with slower and more consistent growth than the species, makes it an excellent choice for specimen planting, low hedges, rock gardens, or small gardens. Each branch is covered with rigid, steel-blue needles, offering a bright and decorative texture. Very hardy and drought-tolerant once established, 'Baby Blue' prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil. It combines a compact form, sustained color, and natural resistance, making it ideal for integrating verticality, color, and structure into a well-designed landscape.

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
Light brown, cylindrical, sparse cones
Foliage color
Blue
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Conical
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
5 to 6 m (16 to 20 feet)
Width
2.5 m (8 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

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.