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Barnes Oriental Spruce

Scientific name: Picea orientalis ‘Barnes’
Taxonomy
Family:Pinaceae
Type:Dwarf conifers
Native:NO
Plant Requirements
Zone:4 to 8
Sun:Full sun
Plant Characteristics
Height:4 ft
Width:4 ft
Additional Characteristics
Trees


Fruit

Leaves


Bark
Wildlife value

Poisonous
Description With its short dark green needles this Orientale spruce variant forms a globose shape over time.

  Morphology:
This is a dwarf conifer that grows to 4’ in height and width over time. It forms a somewhat flat top shape.

If a leader starts to form it would be best to prune it off early in the life of the plant.

  Adaptation:
Select a full sun location and well drained soil for this plant. It is reported to tolerate gravelly soils.

  Pests:
None reported.
For assistance, contact Dr. Charles Brun (brunc@wsu.edu), (360) 397-6060 5701
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