Spruce, Fat Albert

Fat Albert Colorado Blue Spruce

A superb evergreen conifer with rich blue needles on a densely branched, naturally pyramidal form. An outstanding landscape specimen. A very slow grower that will become quite large over time, in ideal conditions. A wonderful choice for use as a living Christmas tree.

Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Hardiness Zone 2-8
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Height35' - 45' (ft), 45' - 55' (ft), 55' - 75' (ft)
Spread10' - 15' (ft), 15' - 25' (ft)
Spacing 240 in - 600 in
Water Needs Average
Maintenance Low
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Acid, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained
Characteristics Evergreen, Showy
Tolerance Dry Soil
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
Spruce, Fat Albert | Fat Albert Colorado Blue Spruce || A superb evergreen conifer with rich blue needles on a densely branched, naturally pyramidal form. An outstanding landscape specimen. A very slow grower that will become quite large over time, in ideal conditions. A wonderful choice for use as a living Christmas tree.
Full Sun, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter, Average Water Needs, Low Maintenance, Moist but Well-Drained, Evergreen, Showy, Dry Soil Tolerant, Attracts Birds, Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens
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