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Bird's Nest Spruce
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Slow-growing, needle-leaved evergreen shrub with fine foliage and a flat spread, resembling a "bird's nest." Very effective as an accent, specimen or foundation plant. Also suitable in rock gardens. Deer resistant. Prefers moist, well-drained, neutral to acid (sour) soil.
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Plant Details
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Common name
Bird's Nest Spruce
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Botanical name
Picea abies
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Variety
Nidiformis
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Zone
USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).
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Light
Sun
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Height
2-5' (0.5-1.5 m)
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Habit
Low-growing
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Feed
In spring
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Water
1-2 times per week
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Bloom Time
No Bloom
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Maintenance
Provide enough water in fall, before freeze
This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:
- Kathryn G.'s collection
- Kendra V.'s collection
- Samantha M.'s collection