Picea pungens Blue Star

Common Name: Blue Star Colorado Spruce

Description: Picea pungens 'Blue Star' is a dwarf, evergreen conifer celebrated for its vibrant blue-grey needles and compact, conical form. This slow-growing cultivar reaches approximately 2 metres in height over the first 10 years, making it an excellent choice for small gardens, rockeries, or container planting. Its dense branching structure provides year-round visual interest. 'Blue Star' thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is hardy and can withstand cold temperatures, making it suitable for Melbourne's climate. Minimal pruning is required to maintain its natural shape, and it is often used as a living Christmas tree due to its attractive foliage and manageable size.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: up to 2 metres over 10 years
• Width: approximately 1 metre

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Does not flower

Flower Colour:

• Not applicable

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Disease Resistant
• Evergreen
• Low Maintenance
• Ideal for Small Gardens
• Suitable for Rockeries
• Popular as a living Christmas tree

Toxicity:

• No known toxicity to humans or animals

Companion Plants:

• Heathers
• Dwarf Rhododendrons
• Hostas
• Sedums
• Dwarf Junipers