Botanical profile

Picea pungens 'Iseli Fastigiata'

Latin name
Picea pungens 'Iseli Fastigiata'
Common name
'Iseli Fastigiate' Blue Spruce
Type
Coniferous
Family
Pinaceae

Picea pungens 'Iseli Fastigiata' is a Colorado blue spruce with a narrow columnar habit, known for its extremely bright, dense, and uniform silvery-blue foliage on short, upward-curving branches. Its very vertical and rigid habit, combined with a naturally structured form, makes it a strong architectural element, ideal for specimen planting, formal hedging, or as a vertical accent in a contemporary garden. Very hardy, wind and drought-resistant once well-established, it prefers full sun exposure and well-drained soil. Its moderate and regular growth allows for a neat shape without pruning, maintaining perfect form in all seasons. 'Iseli Fastigiata' combines verticality, intense color, and minimal maintenance, perfect for adding permanent structure to the landscape.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
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 cones, cylindrical, occasional
Foliage color
Bright silvery blue
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Columnar
Garden structure

Size and growth

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

Pets

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