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Little Gem Norway Spruce - 5 Gallon
SKU:
2094830
UPC:
014949211960
$74.99
- Dwarf, maintenance‑light spruce forming a naturally flat‑topped, dense globe of rich green needles.
- Perfect scale for rock gardens, borders, path edges, and containers; stays neat without shearing.
- Very slow growth to ~18 in. tall × ~18 in. wide; holds a compact footprint for years.
- Cold‑hardy and easy‑care in full to partial sun; prefers slightly acidic, well‑drained soils.
Little Gem Norway Spruce (Picea abies ‘Little Gem’) is a true miniature conifer that delivers year‑round polish with virtually no pruning. Its fine, evergreen needles knit into a dense, flat‑topped mound that’s ideal for small spaces—tucking into rock gardens, dressing up containers, or lining paths with tidy texture. Thrive it in full to partial sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soil; water deeply while establishing and then only as needed to keep the root zone from drying completely.
Plant Description
A dwarf Norway spruce selection with a naturally rounded, bun‑to‑flat‑topped habit. Short branchlets carry finely textured needles for a refined, evergreen “cushion” effect all year.
Foliage & Habit
Soft new needles emerge bright to mid‑green, maturing to rich green. The plant maintains a dense, uniform mound without shearing, making it a superb low‑maintenance accent.
Sun Requirements
Full sun to partial sun. In warmer zones, light afternoon shade helps preserve color and density; avoid deep shade, which can open the mound.
Watering Needs
Keep evenly moist during the first seasons to establish. Thereafter, water when the top ~2 inches of soil begin to dry—do not allow prolonged sogginess.
Soil Requirements
Prefers slightly acidic, well‑drained soils; adapts to many soil types if drainage is good. Avoid chronically wet or heavily shaded sites.
Growth & Size
Very slow growing and compact; typically reaches about 18 in. tall and 18 in. wide at maturity, retaining its neat, small footprint for the long term.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 2–8; excellent cold tolerance makes it a reliable miniature for northern gardens and alpine/rock settings.
Special Features
Evergreen structure; compact form; generally deer and rabbit resistant; low‑maintenance habit; supports garden birds with cover at ground level.
Landscape Uses
Rock gardens, troughs, and containers; front‑of‑border texture; pathway edging; formal compositions that leverage its precise, rounded geometry; supportive filler among larger conifers.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Mulch lightly (keep mulch off the crown). Feed in early spring if growth seems slow. Pruning is seldom needed—remove any wayward shoot to maintain the bun shape.
Design Tips
Pair with dwarf ninebark, sedum, or coneflower for contrasting textures, or repeat in a zig‑zag along a path for a crisp, rhythmic edge. Elevate in a container to show off the flat top.
- Dwarf, maintenance‑light spruce forming a naturally flat‑topped, dense globe of rich green needles.
- Perfect scale for rock gardens, borders, path edges, and containers; stays neat without shearing.
- Very slow growth to ~18 in. tall × ~18 in. wide; holds a compact footprint for years.
- Cold‑hardy and easy‑care in full to partial sun; prefers slightly acidic, well‑drained soils.
Little Gem Norway Spruce (Picea abies ‘Little Gem’) is a true miniature conifer that delivers year‑round polish with virtually no pruning. Its fine, evergreen needles knit into a dense, flat‑topped mound that’s ideal for small spaces—tucking into rock gardens, dressing up containers, or lining paths with tidy texture. Thrive it in full to partial sun and well‑drained, slightly acidic soil; water deeply while establishing and then only as needed to keep the root zone from drying completely.
Plant Description
A dwarf Norway spruce selection with a naturally rounded, bun‑to‑flat‑topped habit. Short branchlets carry finely textured needles for a refined, evergreen “cushion” effect all year.
Foliage & Habit
Soft new needles emerge bright to mid‑green, maturing to rich green. The plant maintains a dense, uniform mound without shearing, making it a superb low‑maintenance accent.
Sun Requirements
Full sun to partial sun. In warmer zones, light afternoon shade helps preserve color and density; avoid deep shade, which can open the mound.
Watering Needs
Keep evenly moist during the first seasons to establish. Thereafter, water when the top ~2 inches of soil begin to dry—do not allow prolonged sogginess.
Soil Requirements
Prefers slightly acidic, well‑drained soils; adapts to many soil types if drainage is good. Avoid chronically wet or heavily shaded sites.
Growth & Size
Very slow growing and compact; typically reaches about 18 in. tall and 18 in. wide at maturity, retaining its neat, small footprint for the long term.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 2–8; excellent cold tolerance makes it a reliable miniature for northern gardens and alpine/rock settings.
Special Features
Evergreen structure; compact form; generally deer and rabbit resistant; low‑maintenance habit; supports garden birds with cover at ground level.
Landscape Uses
Rock gardens, troughs, and containers; front‑of‑border texture; pathway edging; formal compositions that leverage its precise, rounded geometry; supportive filler among larger conifers.
Care Instructions
Plant at or slightly above grade in well‑drained soil. Mulch lightly (keep mulch off the crown). Feed in early spring if growth seems slow. Pruning is seldom needed—remove any wayward shoot to maintain the bun shape.
Design Tips
Pair with dwarf ninebark, sedum, or coneflower for contrasting textures, or repeat in a zig‑zag along a path for a crisp, rhythmic edge. Elevate in a container to show off the flat top.
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