Humphrey Norway spruce
Picea abies 'Humphrey'
USDA zones3 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall1.5 to 2.5 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Conical
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Soil types
- Sand
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Humphrey' Norway spruce (Picea abies 'Humphrey') is a tree for specimen planting, accents, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy soil. Its evergreen, conical shape stays green all winter. Deer tend to pass it by. It attracts birds and grows at a rapid rate.
Pairs well with Mugo pine, Incrediball Blush smooth hydrangea, and Ice Follies daffodil.