ALBERTA SPRUCE TREE

Picea glauca 'conica'

Your fresh and fragrant dwarf Alberta spruce is just right for adding a natural decorative touch to a mantel, tabletop, kitchen counter or guest room. Just follow these simple care instructions to keep your tree healthy and green.

PLACEMENT

• Near a sunny window
• Away from direct heat sources
• On a protected surface (to prevent potential moisture damage to furniture)

WATER

• For first watering, remove the plastic wrap around the inner pot and water tree thoroughly over a sink or outside. Return inner pot to its decorative outer pot.
• Keep soil moist but not soggy.

OUTDOOR PLANTING

• Appropriate for planting in zones 3-8.
• For regions with freezing temperatures, allow tree to rest in a cool garage or basement until the ground thaws.

CONTAINER TRANSPLANTING

• 3- to 5-gallon containers with drainage holes are ideal.
• Place indoors or out, in a sunny location.
• Upgrade to larger containers as needed.

EXPECTED GROWTH

• 2-4" a year
• Mature Height: 6-12'

Download Spruce Tree Care Guide PDF