St. Mary's Blue Spruce

Picea pungens 'Saint Mary's Broom'

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18 to 24 in.
3 to 4 ft.

moderate

NA

NA

18 to 24 in.

3 to 4 ft.

Yes

species in native to central and southern Rocky Mountains

sun, part shade

USDA zones 2-7

hardy to 10,000 ft.

St. Mary's spruce is one of the smallest dwarf evergreens available. Growing only 1-2 inches per year, it is a small, bun-shaped shrub. The needles are bright blue. It is a great choice where a very small evergreen is desired.

moderate

NA

NA

18 to 24 in.

3 to 4 ft.

Yes

species in native to central and southern Rocky Mountains

sun, part shade

USDA zones 2-7

hardy to 10,000 ft.

St. Mary's spruce has grown well at the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. It grows slowly and has a bright blue color.

No maintenance required under normal conditions. Needs regular soil moisture to become established. New growth and young plants can be susceptible to deer browsing.