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BLUE
SPRUCE TREE Picea pungens Engelm
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The Blue Spruce was first discovered in 1862 on Pikes Peak and
named by the botanist C.C. Parry. It is the state tree of Colorado, USA.
Hence, "Colorado Blue Spruce". This tree is known for its
stately, majestic, symmetrical form and its beautiful silver-blue color.
Field grown Blue Spruce can be transplanted successfully. They are
widely used as an ornamental tree and for windbreak or a living privacy
screen, or as a live potted Christmas tree! The foliage is generally a
beautiful silvery blue color and they have the ability to withstand
temperature extremes. Increased nitrogen in the spring can help bring
out the blue color which may not appear until the trees are a bit older.
They can grow to 90 feet high and live to be over 90 years. You may keep
them from getting too high or large by regular pruning. They prefer full
sun but do well in partial shade.
Blue Spruce Tree is Zone 2-7 only!
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Availability & Price: We have Live Potted Trees in
field grown areas for -$45.00 each if picked up at the farm
and ordered in advance. Spring sale $10.00 per foot!
(approx. 4-5 feet tall). We also have field grown 8-9 yr. old Blue Spruces for wholesale at $10.00 per foot-with a minimum order of three (3) trees to a maximum order of
six (6) trees, available here at the farm. The trees are in average height from
4 to 5 feet tall. YOU must be able to pick out the trees ahead of
time before we can dig them for your property as they are all different sizes,
shapes and hues of blue-green. Please note: At this
time we do not postal ship trees out of state. (prices are subject to change)
Call, visit or e-mail for availability. Phone: (603) 435-7260 |