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Iseli Fastigiate Colorado Spruce - 5 Gallon
SKU:
2130485
UPC:
014949274682
$119.99
- Striking, narrow-columnar blue spruce—perfect for vertical accents and tight spaces.
- Bright blue new growth aging to blue‑green; rough gray bark adds extra texture year‑round.
- Space‑efficient size: about 10–15 ft. tall × ~4 ft. wide in 10 years; slow to moderate growth thereafter.
- Hardy and easy‑care in full sun; thrives in humus‑rich, slightly acidic, well‑drained soils.
Iseli Fastigiate Colorado Spruce (Picea pungens ‘Iseli Fastigiate’) delivers bold, steely‑blue color on an elegant, upright column—an instant architectural exclamation point wherever garden width is limited. Its upward‑angled branching and tight habit make it a natural for framing entries, punctuating mixed borders, or forming a space‑saving screen. Plant in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soil; keep evenly moist while establishing, then enjoy a resilient, four‑season evergreen that needs minimal shaping to look spectacular.
Plant Description
A distinctive selection of Colorado blue spruce with a narrow, columnar silhouette and upward‑facing branches. Dense, spiny needles provide a bold, modern texture that reads beautifully in contemporary and classic landscapes alike.
Foliage & Bark
New growth emerges vivid blue in spring, maturing to blue‑green for year‑round color; rough gray bark adds contrast and winter interest.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours daily) is best for the strongest color and the tightest, most uniform column.
Watering Needs
Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry during establishment to encourage deep roots. Once established, maintain consistent moisture but avoid soggy conditions; tolerates brief dry periods.
Soil Requirements
Prefers humus‑rich, slightly acidic, well‑drained soils. Mulch to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures, keeping mulch a few inches away from the trunk.
Growth & Size
Expect roughly 10–15 ft. tall and about 4 ft. wide in 10 years; ultimately taller with age while remaining slender—ideal where horizontal space is limited.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–7; cold‑tough and well suited to northern and high‑elevation landscapes.
Special Features
Dramatic blue foliage; easy‑care habit; generally deer and rabbit resistant; good tolerance of road salt spray once established.
Landscape Uses
Vertical focal point; pairs flanking gates or entries; rhythmical repeats in mixed conifer borders; narrow screen where width is at a premium; striking backdrop for perennials and grasses.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first few seasons; feed in early spring. Prune only to remove wayward candles or damaged wood to preserve the natural columnar form.
Design Tips
Contrast the steely blue column with burgundy ninebark, smoke tree, or golden barberry; underplant with silver grasses or low, warm‑toned perennials for a high‑contrast vignette.
- Striking, narrow-columnar blue spruce—perfect for vertical accents and tight spaces.
- Bright blue new growth aging to blue‑green; rough gray bark adds extra texture year‑round.
- Space‑efficient size: about 10–15 ft. tall × ~4 ft. wide in 10 years; slow to moderate growth thereafter.
- Hardy and easy‑care in full sun; thrives in humus‑rich, slightly acidic, well‑drained soils.
Iseli Fastigiate Colorado Spruce (Picea pungens ‘Iseli Fastigiate’) delivers bold, steely‑blue color on an elegant, upright column—an instant architectural exclamation point wherever garden width is limited. Its upward‑angled branching and tight habit make it a natural for framing entries, punctuating mixed borders, or forming a space‑saving screen. Plant in full sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soil; keep evenly moist while establishing, then enjoy a resilient, four‑season evergreen that needs minimal shaping to look spectacular.
Plant Description
A distinctive selection of Colorado blue spruce with a narrow, columnar silhouette and upward‑facing branches. Dense, spiny needles provide a bold, modern texture that reads beautifully in contemporary and classic landscapes alike.
Foliage & Bark
New growth emerges vivid blue in spring, maturing to blue‑green for year‑round color; rough gray bark adds contrast and winter interest.
Sun Requirements
Full sun (6+ hours daily) is best for the strongest color and the tightest, most uniform column.
Watering Needs
Water when the top 2 inches of soil are dry during establishment to encourage deep roots. Once established, maintain consistent moisture but avoid soggy conditions; tolerates brief dry periods.
Soil Requirements
Prefers humus‑rich, slightly acidic, well‑drained soils. Mulch to conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures, keeping mulch a few inches away from the trunk.
Growth & Size
Expect roughly 10–15 ft. tall and about 4 ft. wide in 10 years; ultimately taller with age while remaining slender—ideal where horizontal space is limited.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–7; cold‑tough and well suited to northern and high‑elevation landscapes.
Special Features
Dramatic blue foliage; easy‑care habit; generally deer and rabbit resistant; good tolerance of road salt spray once established.
Landscape Uses
Vertical focal point; pairs flanking gates or entries; rhythmical repeats in mixed conifer borders; narrow screen where width is at a premium; striking backdrop for perennials and grasses.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Water deeply and regularly the first few seasons; feed in early spring. Prune only to remove wayward candles or damaged wood to preserve the natural columnar form.
Design Tips
Contrast the steely blue column with burgundy ninebark, smoke tree, or golden barberry; underplant with silver grasses or low, warm‑toned perennials for a high‑contrast vignette.
