Botanical profile

Picea pungens 'Déjà Blue'

Latin name
Picea pungens 'Déjà Blue'
Common name
Blue Spruce 'Déjà Blue'
Type
Ornamental conifer
Family
Pinaceae

Picea pungens ‘Déjà Blue’ is a remarkable blue spruce variety, noteworthy for its exceptional silver-blue color and elegant appearance. This cultivar stands out with its dense, vigorous foliage, which maintains a deep blue hue throughout the year, bringing a sophisticated and dynamic touch to any garden. What makes ‘Déjà Blue’ particularly special is the stability of its color, which remains intact even in the harshest climatic conditions. Its perfectly conical pyramidal shape makes it an excellent choice for gardens, especially for isolated plantings, hedges, or in groups. This spruce is also highly valued for its disease resistance and tolerance to well-drained, slightly acidic soils. Easy to maintain and weather-resistant, ‘Déjà Blue’ is ideal for those seeking a plant that not only adds color but is also robust and durable. Its slender habit and persistent color make it an essential ornamental tree for all seasons, while also providing excellent refuge for local wildlife.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Balanced fertilizer in spring
Soil type
Acidic, well-drained soil
Minimum temperature
-40 °C (-40 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Not specified
Flower color
Not specified
Fruiting
Not specified
Foliage color
Silver blue
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Conical, Slender
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 to 13 ft (3 to 4 m)
Width
1.5 to 2 m (5 to 6.5 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

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.