Picea pungens 'Hoopsii', commonly known as Hoopsii Blue Spruce, is a striking evergreen conifer admired for its brilliant silvery-blue needles that add year-round color to any landscape. This cultivar boasts a dense, pyramidal growth habit, making it perfect as a focal point or specimen planting. Its tough adaptability to harsh climates and soils makes it ideal for urban and rural settings alike. With manageable mature dimensions and vibrant needle coloration, 'Hoopsii' is a favorite among gardeners seeking low-maintenance beauty.
- Light: Full sun
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow
- Mature size (HxW): 30–50' x 10–20'
- Habit: Upright, pyramidal
- Bloom/interest: Silvery-blue needle foliage
- Hardiness zone: 3–7
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, but adaptable
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate to good
