Colorado Blue Spruce

Colorado Blue Spruce Care

Picea Pungens

What is the plant

Colorado spruce tree plants are evergreen trees and grouped with the conifers. They are members of the pine family. The species plant is native to the Rocky Mountain states in the United States. One of the cultivars to grow is 'Glauca,' which is a Latin word that indicates a grayish-blue color. It is the official tree of the state of Colorado. The Colorado Blue Spruce's silvery-blue needles are prickly to the touch and have a strong, fresh, piney smell. Its pyramidal shape, foliage color, and wonderful smell make this plant a classic choice for a Christmas tree.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

2 - 7

Difficulty

Medium

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Allow the soil to dry slightly before watering again.
Pruning
Dead fronds and leaves can be removed.
Fertilizer
Use slow-release fertilizer for container plants. Avoid using too much fertilizer.

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Sunlight
Needs a bright, indirect sunlight.
Soil
Use a well-draining indoor potting mix with perlite to help with drainage.
Temperature
The Colorado blue spruce is tolerant of cold weather. It can tolerate heat to a point. The plant will not thrive in extremely hot and humid weather conditions.

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Container
Choose a pot with drainage holes, which also ensures potting soil doesn't stay too wet after watering your houseplants. The excess can freely escape out the bottom of the container, allowing oxygen to make its way to plant roots.
Popularity
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