Picea abies ‘Hildburghausen’ is globe shaped for many years, but eventually becomes wider than tall. Short, very dark green needles are closely spaced on short stiff shoots creating a tight compact appearance. This symmetrical gem works well in the rock garden or the small landscape where it will stay in scale with miniature and other slow growing plants. Slow growth. Botanical Name- Picea abies ‘Hildburghausen’ Pronunciation- PY-see-uh AY-beez Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil Current Size- 6 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Pinus heldreichii – leucodermis ‘Mint Truffle’ – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (finches, chickadees), shelter for beneficial insects Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches in late winter; water deeply during drought and fertilize sparingly. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove deadwood and shape. Avoid over-pruning. Fertilization Instructions- Feed with a conifer-specific fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around roots to prevent soggy conditions. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Spruce budworms, needle rust
