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Birds Nest Spruce

Evergreen groundcover that tolerates sandier soils

Botanical Name:

Picea abies 'Nidiformis'

Habit: Spreading

Height: 2-3'

Spread: 4-5'

Hardiness Zone: 3-8

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Type
Evergreen

Foliage
Gray, Green

Light
Sun

Description

This is a low, flat and spreading evergreen with dark green needles. This slow growing evergreen tolerates sandier soils and low temperature.

Certified in 2018

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Plant Characteristics

Performance

Great Garden Performance
Reliable Consumer Success
Easy to Grow
Low Maintenance
Multi-Season Interest
Improvement Over Existing Selections
Long Blooming

Special Features

Cool & Unique
Disease Resistant
Pest / Insect Resistant
Heat Tolerant
Cold Tolerant
Salt Tolerant
Fragrant Blooms
Cut / Dried Flowers
Cut Foliage/Stems

Functionality

Small, Urban Yards
Kid & Pet Friendly
Great in Containers
Edible Garden
Privacy Screening
Erosion Control
Wet Areas
Climbing

Wildlife & Environment

Attracts Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies / Hummingbirds
Deer Resistant
Non-Invasive
Low Water Usage / Drought Tolerant
Native / Nativar

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