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Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce
Picea mariana 'Fastigiata'
Columnar Black Spruce
In stock · from $531.99
The blue-green needles of this specimen are complemented by the development of dark purple cones, which eventually transition to a rich reddish-brown hue. Its growth pattern is characterized by a neatly upright, compact structure adorned with lush foliage. Additionally, this particular variety exhibits an exceptional capacity to thrive in less fertile soils and under arid conditions.
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Plant facts
Sizes and prices
Retail prices; trade pricing for wholesale accounts. Availability updates hourly; stock last changed 2026-09-10.
Good to know
- Waterwise — suited to low-water landscapes once established.
- Does well at higher elevations.
- Deer resistant.
- Adds winter interest.
Quick answers
How big does Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce get?
About 15-20' tall and 6' wide at maturity.
How much sun does Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce need?
Full Sun (6+ hours).
How much water does Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce need?
Moderate water use — it is one of our waterwise plants.
Will Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce grow in Utah and the Intermountain West?
It is rated hardy to USDA zone 4, so it suits sites in zone 4 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 Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce deer resistant?
Yes, deer usually leave it alone.
Where can I buy Fastigiata Columnar Black Spruce in Utah?
Progressive Plants in Copperton, Utah has it in stock, from $531.99. Homeowners can order online for pickup at the farm or local delivery; landscape contractors can have it shipped across Utah, Idaho, Montana, Colorado, Wyoming and Nevada.
Can landscape contractors buy Fastigiata Columnar Black 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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