Botanical profile

Picea pungens 'Monty'

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

Picea pungens 'Monty', known as 'Monty' blue spruce, is a very decorative dwarf conifer prized for its compact habit and intense silvery-blue coloration. This variety forms a small, dense, rounded shrub that integrates perfectly into rock gardens, dwarf conifer beds, and alpine gardens. Its short, stiff needles display a luminous steel-blue hue typical of the blue spruce, offering a remarkable contrast with the green foliage of the garden. Thanks to its slow growth and naturally regular silhouette, this spruce retains its compact form for a long time without requiring extensive pruning. Very hardy and durable, it adapts well to cold climates and tolerates poor soils provided they are well-drained. It prefers full sun locations to maintain the intensity of its coloration.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate, tolerates drought well once established
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
Steel blue
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dense and round
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
3 ft (1 m)
Width
4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rate
Slow
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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