SANDERS BLUE ALBERTA SPRUCE
PICEA GLAUCA SANDERS BLUE
Picea glauca 'Sanders Blue'
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SANDERS BLUE ALBERTA SPRUCE
Picea glauca 'Sander's Blue' (Sanders Blue Alberta Spruce) is a striking evergreen conifer ideal for adding vertical structure and unique color to limited garden spaces. A dwarf mutation of the classic Alberta Spruce, it features a dense, perfectly conical form and soft needles that emerge a vibrant steel-blue in spring. Over time, the foliage matures to a deep blue-green, often creating a beautiful bicolored or patchy effect on the tree. Because of its slow growth rate (averaging 3-6 inches per year) and refined texture, it is a perfect choice for rock gardens, formal entryways, or as a container plant that provides year-round architectural interest without becoming overbearing.
Sanders Blue Alberta Spruce should be grown in full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is ideal for adding architectural symmetry to small-scale landscapes, particularly when used in pairs for entryways or garden paths. Its compact, conical shape makes it a great choice for rock gardens and mixed border plantings.
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| PLANT |
SIZE |
TYPE |
GALENA |
ADD'L |
DIG |
SOON |
| PICEA GLAUCA SANDERS BLUE | con 3 | | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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KEY:
con = containers - available now
Galena = Above ground and available now
Additional = Remote location, call rep. Not in Shop.
Dig = Still in ground, call rep. Not in Shop (in orange).
Soon = Coming soon, call rep. Not in Shop.
(BBnPOT - formerly known as GRSTART - are B&B put into a container - they are available now)