My Trees > Dwarf Alberta Spruce 3

Picea glauca 'Conica'

Dwarf Alberta Spruce 3

Short red pot

Provenance

Home Depot

Background

Estimated Origin: April 2017
Training Since: January 2023
Acquired: December 26, 2022
Died: January 8, 2024
Progression: Starter

Tree Details

Exhibition Ready: No

About Dwarf Alberta Spruce 3

Care Log

January 8, 2024

Other – Died

Died
March 7, 2023

Observation
February 28, 2023

Repot

Moved to deeper pot for growth, relocated to backyard
February 26, 2023

Fertilize

Liquid fertilizer
January 8, 2023

Wire

Started training- heavy pruning, wiring, exposed nebari
January 8, 2023

Prune

Started training- heavy pruning, wiring, exposed nebari
December 27, 2022

Observation

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.