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Pinaceae
Trees and shrubs
Colorado Blue Spruce 'Monty'
Hardiness
Zone 2
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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.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Light fertilization in spring if necessary
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorSteel blue
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, light brown cones typical of spruce trees
Maximum height3 ft (1 m)
Maximum width4 ft (1.2 m)
Growth rateSlow
Hardiness zoneZone 2
Minimum temperature-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
