Not your typical Dwarf Alberta Spruce. It has the same Conica type juvenile foliage but the needles are much longer and growth rate is much faster, resulting in a more open form. Hybrid ofPicea glaucaNorth Star andP. pungensMontgomery, its a hardy choice for northern landscapes. Botanical Name- Picea glauca ‘Big Berta’ Pronunciation- PY-see-uh GLAW-kuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 6 ft Mature Height- 12 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Best on moist loam, but tolerant of most soils Current Size- 6 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- FALL IN LOVE Sweetly Japanese Anemone – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Seed-eating birds (finches, chickadees), shelter for beneficial insects Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C7 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
