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Picea pungens 'Koster'

Koster Blue Spruce

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

Picea pungens 'Koster' is an evergreen shrub or tree. It has a slow to moderate growth rate. In gardens, it reaches 30'-60' tall and 10'-20' wide. In the wild, can reach 100' tall and 25'-35' across. Very stiff, regular, horizontal branches from a broad pyramidal foliage have a distinctive blue color. This is a highly combustible plant.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Height Range

25-40', 40-60', 60-100'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Winter, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.