Evergreen Tree – Weeping White Spruce

Weeping White Spruce 

Botanical name: picea glauca ‘pendula’

Beginner friendly?: yes

Average size at maturity: 20-30 ft in height with a 6-10 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 2-8 

Growth rate: grows 12-18 inches per year 

Foliage color: green 

Pruning instructions: prune in the late fall/early spring as new growth begins to emerge 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings in the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: privacy

Special features: low maintenance, pest resistant 

Light needs: 4 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring as new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring, fall 

Best type of soil: loam, sand 

Companion plants: ferns, hostas

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no