Picea glauca 'Super Green' 80-100CM

Planting Picea glauca ‘Super Green’ 80–100 cm

• About the plant

  • Compact, slow-growing spruce with a neat, conical habit.

  • Dense, bright to mid-green needles that give a strong architectural look year-round.

  • An 80–100 cm plant is already a good-sized feature, ideal for pots or small gardens.

• Choosing the right position

  • Prefers full sun for the tightest, most compact growth.

  • Tolerates light partial shade, especially in hotter, drier locations.

  • Choose a spot sheltered from strong, drying winds to prevent browning of needles.

• Soil and compost

  • Likes moist but well-drained soil; avoid any site that becomes waterlogged.

  • Performs best in slightly acidic to neutral conditions; very chalky soil may cause yellowing.

  • On heavy clay, work in coarse grit and plenty of organic matter to improve structure and drainage.

  • For pots, use a peat-free ericaceous or conifer compost mixed with 20–30% grit or perlite.

• Planting in the ground

  • Dig a hole about twice the width of the rootball and similar depth.

  • Loosen the soil at the base and sides to help new roots spread.

  • Place the plant so the top of the rootball is level with the surrounding soil.

  • Backfill with the improved soil, firm gently with your hands or foot, and water thoroughly.

  • Apply a light mulch of bark or compost around (but not touching) the stem to conserve moisture.

• Planting in containers

  • Select a sturdy pot at least 35–40 cm wide, with ample drainage holes.

  • Add a layer of crocks or coarse gravel to the base for stability and drainage.

  • Position the plant so the compost level sits just below the rim of the pot.

  • Fill around the rootball with compost, firm lightly and water until it drains from the base.

  • Raise the container on pot feet to prevent water sitting around the base.

Ongoing Care, Watering and Feeding

• Watering

  • Keep soil or compost evenly moist during the first growing season while roots establish.

  • Once established in the ground, water deeply only during prolonged dry spells.

  • Container plants dry out faster; check regularly and water when the top few centimetres of compost feel dry.

  • Avoid letting containers sit in saucers of water, as this can cause root rot.

• Feeding

  • In early spring, apply a light dressing of slow-release, balanced fertiliser around the root zone.

  • A single annual feed is usually sufficient for plants in the ground.

  • Container-grown specimens may benefit from a diluted liquid feed every 4–6 weeks from late spring to midsummer.

  • Avoid heavy feeding, as this is a naturally steady-growing conifer that does not need strong fertiliser.

• Mulching and weed control

  • Maintain a 5 cm layer of organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

  • Keep mulch a few centimetres away from the trunk to reduce the risk of rot.

  • Hand-weed gently around the shallow roots rather than using tools that might damage them.

• Pruning and shaping

  • Requires very little pruning; naturally forms a neat conical shape.

  • Remove any dead, damaged or badly placed branches in late winter or early spring.

  • Avoid cutting the central leader (top shoot) unless you deliberately want to limit height.

Seasonal Care, Problems and Design Tips

• Winter care

  • Fully hardy in normal garden conditions once established.

  • For container plants, protect roots in severe cold by moving pots to a slightly sheltered spot or wrapping the container with insulating material.

  • Brush off heavy snow so branches are not bent or broken.

• Pests and problems

  • Generally trouble-free, but check occasionally for aphids or spider mites on needles and stems.

  • Browning tips can result from drought, wind scorch or poor drainage; review watering and site conditions if this occurs.

  • Remove any dead or discoloured branches promptly, cutting back to healthy wood.

• Long-term growth and garden use

  • Growth is steady but not fast, making it well suited to small gardens and long-term container displays.

  • Use as a focal point in a pot near an entrance, on a terrace, or within a mixed conifer and heather border.

  • Combine with gravel, boulders and low groundcovers to emphasise its strong form and year-round colour.

  • In winter, highlight its structure with subtle lighting or seasonal underplanting to create a striking feature in the darker months

• Size
  80-100 CM C10

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