Botanical profile

Picea pungens 'Neon'

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

Picea pungens 'Neon', known as the 'Neon' blue spruce, is a compact ornamental conifer valued for the exceptional brightness of its foliage and its dense habit. This variety forms a well-structured conical to pyramidal shrub that brings verticality and contrast to conifer beds, rockeries, and structured landscape designs. Its rigid needles display a very vivid, almost luminous silver-blue coloration in the sun, which explains its 'Neon' name. This decorative foliage remains attractive all year round and creates a remarkable focal point in the garden. Thanks to its slow growth and naturally regular silhouette, this spruce retains its shape for a long time without requiring significant pruning. Very hardy, it prefers full sun locations and well-drained soils, while tolerating poor soils and cold climates.

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
Small, light brown cones typical of spruce trees
Foliage color
Blue-green
Foliage type
Persistent
Shape
Dwarf
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
1 to 1.2 m (39 to 48 inches)
Width
1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rate
average
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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