Virgata Norway spruce
Picea abies 'Virgata'
USDA zones4 to 6
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall8 to 12 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Conical
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Soil types
- Sand
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Virgata' Norway spruce (Picea abies 'Virgata') is a tree for specimen, accent, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy soil. Deer tend to browse other plants first. It has a conical shape, grows at a rapid rate, and stays green all year. Birds visit this evergreen tree.
Pairs well with Eastern white pine, Royal fern, Sedge, and Gladiator ornamental onion.