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Columnar Norway Spruce - 5 Gallon
SKU:
1979880
UPC:
014949645451
$49.99
- Elegant, ultra‑narrow evergreen that forms a dense, uniform column from base to tip.
- Dark green needles on closely set limbs; stands up to heavy snow and humid summers.
- Space‑saving screen: about 20 ft. tall × 5–6 ft. wide in 10 years; up to ~30 ft. with age.
- Easy‑care, deer/rabbit resistant, and adaptable—ideal for tall hedges, windbreaks, or vertical accents.
Columnar Norway Spruce (Picea abies ‘Cupressina’) delivers a strong architectural line where width is limited. Its tightly fastigiate, deep‑green foliage clothes the trunk to the ground, creating a living wall that resists snow load and tolerates heat and humidity better than many spruces. Plant in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soil; water deeply during establishment, then enjoy a resilient, low‑maintenance evergreen for privacy screens, perimeter plantings, or as a dramatic exclamation point in contemporary designs.
Plant Description
Slender, columnar conifer with dense branching and short, slightly curved needles. Maintains a uniform, formal outline without routine shearing—perfect for tight footprints and vertical emphasis.
Foliage & Color
Dark green needles densely arrayed on closely set limbs for a refined texture and year‑round color.
Form & Habit
Strong central leader and upright, fastigiate habit; branches persist to the ground for full coverage and effective screening.
Sun Requirements
Full sun for best density, symmetry, and overall vigor.
Watering Needs
Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry during the first growing season to establish a deep root system; once established, reduce frequency and provide occasional deep soaks during extended dry periods.
Soil Requirements
Prefers slightly acidic, well‑drained soils; adaptable to many soil types. Avoid wet or heavily shaded sites to preserve vigor and form.
Growth & Size
Approximately 20 ft. tall × 5–6 ft. wide in 10 years; can reach ~30 ft. tall with age while remaining narrow.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 2–7; cold‑hardy and reliable in snow country, with good tolerance for heat and humidity compared to many spruces.
Special Features
Easy care; fast growing; deer and rabbit resistant; withstands heavy snow loads—excellent for privacy and wind protection.
Landscape Uses
Tall, narrow hedges and windbreaks; perimeter and property‑line screening; flanking entries or drives; rhythmical repeats to create a living, vertical backdrop for mixed borders.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first season; reduce as roots establish. Apply a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring growth. Minimal pruning—remove only damaged or wayward shoots.
Design Tips
Use staggered spacing for softer screens or tight, linear spacing for a sleek, contemporary wall of green. Pair with ornamental grasses, mock orange, smoke tree, or beech to contrast fine evergreen texture with seasonal color.
- Elegant, ultra‑narrow evergreen that forms a dense, uniform column from base to tip.
- Dark green needles on closely set limbs; stands up to heavy snow and humid summers.
- Space‑saving screen: about 20 ft. tall × 5–6 ft. wide in 10 years; up to ~30 ft. with age.
- Easy‑care, deer/rabbit resistant, and adaptable—ideal for tall hedges, windbreaks, or vertical accents.
Columnar Norway Spruce (Picea abies ‘Cupressina’) delivers a strong architectural line where width is limited. Its tightly fastigiate, deep‑green foliage clothes the trunk to the ground, creating a living wall that resists snow load and tolerates heat and humidity better than many spruces. Plant in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soil; water deeply during establishment, then enjoy a resilient, low‑maintenance evergreen for privacy screens, perimeter plantings, or as a dramatic exclamation point in contemporary designs.
Plant Description
Slender, columnar conifer with dense branching and short, slightly curved needles. Maintains a uniform, formal outline without routine shearing—perfect for tight footprints and vertical emphasis.
Foliage & Color
Dark green needles densely arrayed on closely set limbs for a refined texture and year‑round color.
Form & Habit
Strong central leader and upright, fastigiate habit; branches persist to the ground for full coverage and effective screening.
Sun Requirements
Full sun for best density, symmetry, and overall vigor.
Watering Needs
Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry during the first growing season to establish a deep root system; once established, reduce frequency and provide occasional deep soaks during extended dry periods.
Soil Requirements
Prefers slightly acidic, well‑drained soils; adaptable to many soil types. Avoid wet or heavily shaded sites to preserve vigor and form.
Growth & Size
Approximately 20 ft. tall × 5–6 ft. wide in 10 years; can reach ~30 ft. tall with age while remaining narrow.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 2–7; cold‑hardy and reliable in snow country, with good tolerance for heat and humidity compared to many spruces.
Special Features
Easy care; fast growing; deer and rabbit resistant; withstands heavy snow loads—excellent for privacy and wind protection.
Landscape Uses
Tall, narrow hedges and windbreaks; perimeter and property‑line screening; flanking entries or drives; rhythmical repeats to create a living, vertical backdrop for mixed borders.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first season; reduce as roots establish. Apply a general‑purpose fertilizer before spring growth. Minimal pruning—remove only damaged or wayward shoots.
Design Tips
Use staggered spacing for softer screens or tight, linear spacing for a sleek, contemporary wall of green. Pair with ornamental grasses, mock orange, smoke tree, or beech to contrast fine evergreen texture with seasonal color.
