Coniferous tree 6462

A perfect cone-shaped dwarf conifer displaying dense green needles which are soft to the touch. Excellent as a miniature Christmas tree in natural form, or as an artistically pruned topiary. Makes a formal statement in the garden. A superb container specimen. Evergreen. Botanical Pronunciation - PY-see-uh GLAW-kuh KOH-nee-ka Lore The genus name Picea translates from the Latin for pitch, a sugar rich gum extracted from spruce trees. Native Americans used its gum as a salve and brewed the resin into medicinal drink for childbirth and other ailments. Its oils have some commercial value. Average Size at Maturity - Grows 8 ft. tall, 5 ft. wide. Bloom Time - Conifer; prized for foliage. Design Ideas - This dense pointed conifer is a perfect front yard Christmas tree for holiday lighting at small city homes. Dense growth means it's also a great screen plant that won't overgrow tight spaces. Use symmetrical form as a single accent, in matched pair or in an evenly spaced series amidst hedges and parterres. Experiment with topiary spirals or poodles for potted specimens on entries and patios, where there's no room to plant. A beautiful choice for woodland gardens or behind water features. Deciduous/ Evergreen - Evergreen Foliage Color - Green Garden Style - Asian/Zen, Contemporary, Cottage, Rustic Growth Habit - Columnar, Compact Growth Rate - Slow Landscape Use - Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Specimen, Topiary, Windbreak, Wildlife Garden