Aurea Oriental spruce
Picea orientalis 'Aurea'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size25 to 30 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
Garden uses
Notes
'Aurea' Oriental spruce (Picea orientalis 'Aurea') is a tree for specimen planting, accents, privacy screens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist soil. It grows slowly and has a dense habit. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. The tree stays evergreen and tolerates drought.
Pairs well with Little bluestem, New Jersey tea, and Blazing star.