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Picea glauca 'Conica'

Dwarf Alberta Spruce 5

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Provenance

Estate sale, Janet Payne via Lee Cheatle, Gresham, OR

Background

Estimated Origin: April 2010
Training Since: May 2020
Acquired: May 18, 2024
Sold: June 1, 2024
Progression: Bonsai

Tree Details

Exhibition Ready: No

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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.

Care Log

June 1, 2024

Other, Sold

Sold at the 2024 PSBA Silent Auction
May 22, 2024

Observation
May 18, 2024

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