Picea glauca 'Conica', Spiral is a visually striking, sculpted evergreen that enhances any landscape with its formal and artistic appeal. This dwarf Alberta spruce selection is pruned into a spiral shape, making it ideal for adding a decorative touch to patios, entryways, or mixed garden beds. The dense, bright green foliage maintains its compact form and displays year-round color. This cultivar's unique design provides a sophisticated focal point for garden spaces or pairs perfectly in symmetrical arrangements.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate, well-drained soil
- Growth rate: Slow
- Mature size (HxW): Typically 6–8 feet x 2–3 feet (with pruning for spiral shape)
- Habit: Conical, spiral-pruned form
- Bloom/interest: Evergreen foliage; sculptural shape
- Hardiness zone: 2–6
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate once established
