Bush's Lace Engelmann Spruce will grow to be about 12 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 8 feet. It has a low canopy, and is suitable for planting under power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 70 years or more.
This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is somewhat tolerant of urban pollution, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.
Details
Botanical Name
Picea englemannii 'Bush's Lace'
Common Name
Bush's Lace Engelmann Spruce
Hardiness Zone
- 1b
Appearance
Max Height
12 feet
Max Spread
8 feet
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Powder Blue
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Moisture
Adaptable to Dry and Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low
Deer Resistance
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