Botanical profile

Picea pungens 'Globosa'

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

Picea pungens 'Globosa', known as Globosa Blue Spruce, is a dwarf conifer highly valued for its naturally rounded shape and magnificent silvery-blue foliage. This compact variety forms a dense, globular shrub that adds structure and contrast to rockeries, dwarf conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its stiff needles display a luminous steel-blue hue that remains decorative all year round and particularly enhances landscape compositions. Over time, the plant can develop a small trunk and a slightly conical shape while maintaining a compact silhouette. Thanks to its slow growth, it retains its regular habit for a long time without requiring significant pruning. Very hardy and durable, this spruce tolerates poor soils and cold climates well, while preferring full sun locations and well-drained soils.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Soil type
Well-drained soil, tolerates poor soil
Minimum temperature
-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Non-ornamental
Fruiting
Small, light brown cones typical of spruce trees
Foliage color
Blue
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dense globular conifer
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Width
4.9 ft (1.5 m)
Growth rate
Slow
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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