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Birds Nest Spruce
Picea Abies Nidiformis
Picea Abies Nidiformis, small conifer in the shape of a nest.
Picea Abies Nidiformis or Birds Nest Spruce is a dwarf variety of slow growing spruce, native to northern Europe. Its rounded and flattened shape, in the shape of a very dense bird's nest, slightly hollowed out in the center,...
Description
Height at maturity
1 - 1M50
Wingspan at maturity
1M50 - 3M
Exposure
Sun, partial shade
Hardiness
-40°C
Origin
Europe
Picea Abies Nidiformis, small conifer in the shape of a nest.
Picea Abies Nidiformis or Birds Nest Spruce is a dwarf variety of slow growing spruce, native to northern Europe. Its rounded and flattened shape, in the shape of a very dense bird's nest, slightly hollowed out in the center, makes it very original. As an adult, it forms a flat bush 1 to 1.5 m high and 1.50 to 3 m wide. Its short and rigid branches carry small tetragon spicy needles, light green in spring and darker green the rest of the year. In winter, its reddish-brown buds catch the eye.
Picea Abies Nidiformis is extremely hardy since it tolerates negative temperatures down to - 40 ° C. It grows in any type of well-drained and rather cool soil. He fears drought and strong winds; it likes in sunny or semi-shaded conditions.
The Norway Spruce Nidiformis will find its place in a rock garden associated with other conifers of various shapes and colors. Their evergreen foliage will give you a decor in any season. To dress your terrace, you can install it in a tub or in a planter. Isolated on your lawn, it will bring originality and color. Easy to grow, requiring little maintenance, the Picea Abies Nidiformis is the dwarf conifer ideal for developing small spaces.
Features
- Common name : Birds Nest Spruce - Norway Spruce Nidiformis
- Family : Pinaceae
- Category : conifers
- Spread : 1M50 - 3M
- Foliage : evergreen
- Use : rock gardens, pot
- Soil : all
- Habit : bushy
- Earth to use : universal potting soil/garden soil/compost
- Enemies : nothing to report
- Possible diseases : Nothing to report
Expédition & livraison
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As soon as you place your order your plants are selected
Each order is processed individually.
Plants are packed, staked and labeled.
Packaging is carefully implemented to avoid any problems.
Packages are ready to be shipped.
Our delivery methods
Shipping of our plants throughout Europe (except overseas and islands).
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Plant height
80/90 cm in 2 liter pot (Grafted plant)