MonWal Colorado spruce
Picea pungens var. glauca 'MonWal'
USDA zones2 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Columnar
- Soil types
- Loam, clay
Garden uses
Notes
'MonWal' Colorado spruce (Picea pungens var. glauca 'MonWal') is a tree for specimen use, hedges, privacy screens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy or clay soil. It grows in a slow, columnar shape and tolerates drought. Deer and rabbits tend to pass it by. The evergreen needles keep color all year.
Pairs well with Emerald Green arborvitae, Red fescue, and Old Rose Dandy peony.