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Dwarf Alberta Spruce
1-2ft. / Isabella (8.25" wide) / Granite
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Dwarf Alberta Spruce Information
About The Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Meet the Dwarf Alberta Spruce: a compact classic designed for effortless indoor and outdoor styling. Featuring a tidy pyramidal form and dense green needles, it works just as well on front porches and entryways as it does as a tabletop holiday centerpiece. Because it grows slowly to a manageable 3-6 feet, it transitions seamlessly from patio containers into smaller garden beds as a zero-waste living tree built to last.
Why You'll Love It:
- Makes a charming tabletop Christmas tree—just add lights and ornaments for festive seasonal styling.
- Thrives in containers year-round to easily green up your front porch, balcony, or entryway year-round.
- Plant it outdoors as a permanent focal point that shelters songbirds while resisting hungry deer and rabbits.
- Naturally holds its tidy pyramid shape without pruning, but responds well to pruning if you prefer a topiary form.
Dwarf Alberta Spruce Details
Mature Height:
3-6 ft.
Mature Width:
3-6 ft.
Sunlight:
Full-Part Sun
Growth Rate:
Slow
Botanical Name:
Picea glauca 'Conica'
Grows Well In Zones:
3-8 outdoors
Does Not Ship To:
AK, AZ, HI, OR
Growing Zones 3-8 Outdoors
(Hardy down to -30° F)
Watering Requirements
Newly planted trees need regular, deep watering 1–2 times a week during their first growing season, while established trees need a deep soaking only once every 2–3 weeks during summer heat spells. Potted plants dry out quickly and require consistent watering 2–3 times a week, or daily checks during peak summer heat.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in full sun, requiring at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth. Tolerates very light partial shade, but too much shade leads to sparse, leggy branching, and a loose canopy structure.
Humidity Requirements
The Dwarf Alberta Spruce prefers low to moderate humidity levels. They may not be suited for regions with high heat and high humidity.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
Yes, this plant is safe for homes with pets.
How big does a Dwarf Alberta Spruce grow?
Dwarf Alberta Spruce grows slowly, reaching approximately 3-6 feet tall and 2 feet wide at maturity. Its naturally narrow, pyramidal shape makes it ideal for small gardens, entryways, and foundation plantings.
Can Dwarf Alberta Spruce grow in containers?
Yes! Its compact growth and tidy shape make it an excellent choice for patio pots and decorative containers. Choose a container with good drainage and keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy.
Does Dwarf Alberta Spruce stay green year-round?
Absolutely! This evergreen keeps its dense, rich green needles throughout the year, providing reliable color and structure in every season. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and requires little pruning to maintain its shape.
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Isabella
Includes drainage hole and matching saucer
Grow Pot
Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse
All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Dwarf Alberta Spruce
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Survival guide for your first 30 days of growing is included
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Greenhouse Grown
Not warehouse-held.Acclimated before shipping.
Indoor Ready
Pre-conditioned to lower light conditions.
Fully Potted
Soil intact. No repotting stress.
Damage Guarantee
Free replacement within 48 hours.