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Dwarf Engelmann Spruce
Picea engelmannii compacta
Dwarf Engelmann Spruce
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This evergreen conifer exhibits an upright, compact, and pyramidal growth habit, which is especially well-suited for smaller garden spaces or as an eye-catching accent in larger landscapes. One of its most notable features is the short, thin, blue-gray needles that adorn its branches. Characterized by its slow growth rate, adding only about 4 inches in height per year. This slow growth makes it an excellent choice for those seeking a low-maintenance, small, and well-behaved evergreen tree to enhance their landscape.
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Plant facts
Good to know
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Deer resistant.
- Adds winter interest.
- Low maintenance.
- Part of our native plants collection, a specialty of ours.
Quick answers
How big does Dwarf Engelmann Spruce get?
About 8' tall and 4' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Dwarf Engelmann Spruce need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Dwarf Engelmann Spruce need?
Moderate water use.
Will Dwarf Engelmann Spruce grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 3, so it suits sites in zone 3 or warmer, which covers most of the region. The Salt Lake Valley floor is mostly zone 7; benches, mountain valleys and high plains in Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado and Wyoming are colder, often zones 3–6, so check the zone for your site.
Is Dwarf Engelmann Spruce deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Dwarf Engelmann Spruce in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah carries it, but it is not available right now. You can join the waitlist to hear when it's back.
Can landscape contractors buy Dwarf Engelmann Spruce wholesale?
Yes. Landscape contractors and architects with a Progressive Plants wholesale account get trade pricing, bulk ordering and shipping across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada on our own trucks or by freight ($1,500 minimum outside our local delivery area). Apply at progressiveplants.com/wholesaleapp.html or call 801-565-7333.
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