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Picea glauca 'Conica'

Dwarf Alberta Spruce 1

Short squatty/leggy w/back deadwood

Provenance

Home Depot

Background

Estimated Origin: April 2017
Training Since: December 2022
Acquired: December 16, 2022
Died: May 21, 2023
Progression: Starter

Tree Details

Exhibition Ready: No

About Dwarf Alberta Spruce 1

Care Log

May 21, 2023

Other – Died

Died
March 20, 2023

Observation
March 7, 2023

Observation
February 28, 2023

Repot

Moved to deeper pot for growth
February 26, 2023

Fertilize

Liquid fertilizer
December 27, 2022

Observation
December 16, 2022

Wire

Started training- heavy pruning, wiring, exposed nebari
December 16, 2022

Prune

Started training- heavy pruning, wiring, exposed nebari

Seasonal Care Guide

Species Overview

Compact, slow-growing conifer; excellent for miniature forms; sensitive to poor drainage.

Leaf Persistence: Evergreen
Leaf Form: Conifer
Watering: Low to moderate
Watering Notes: Sensitive to overwatering; ensure excellent drainage.
Watering Season: Spring → Autumn
Fertilization: Balanced
Fertilization Notes: Use mild fertilizer monthly; avoid overfeeding.
Wiring: Spring or Autumn
Wiring Notes: Delicate branches - train early and gently.
Pruning: Structural in spring, maintenance in summer
Pruning Notes: Light tip pruning only; slow to recover from heavy cuts.
Repotting: Every 2-4 years
Repotting Notes: Handle roots carefully; sensitive to disturbance.
Propagation: Cuttings or seed
Propagation Notes: Cuttings root slowly; grafting is possible.
Zone 8b: Watch for spider mites (Jul-Aug); Prevent rot in wet Nov-Jan

Placement & Seasonal Notes

Placement: Full sun
Placement Notes: Protect from extreme heat and drying winds.
Winter Notes: Can suffer winter burn - wind protection advised.
Summer Notes: Avoid overhead watering in high humidity - fungus risk.