Pali Colorado Spruce
Pali Colorado Spruce (Picea pungens 'Pali')
Pali Colorado Spruce (Picea pungens 'Pali') is a compact, globe-shaped blue spruce cultivar selected for its dense habit and bright blue foliage. With a naturally rounded form and extremely slow growth rate, this miniature conifer is ideal for rock gardens, troughs, and small spaces where strong evergreen color is desired without overwhelming scale.
Distinctive Features
'Pali' forms a tight, symmetrical mound with short, stiff branches and vivid silver-blue needles. Its shape remains neat without pruning, and its foliage color is consistent throughout the year, even in winter. This cultivar stays very low�often just a few feet tall after many years�making it a favorite among collectors and gardeners designing detailed miniature or alpine plantings.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soils
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
- Water Needs: Low to moderate; prefers occasional deep watering
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 2 to 7
Ideal Uses
- Rock gardens or alpine troughs
- Container plantings and small courtyard displays
- Miniature conifer collections or specialty gardens
- Accent plant in low borders or foundation beds
- Evergreen color spot in small-scale designs
Low Maintenance Care
- No pruning needed to maintain its globe-like shape
- Water regularly during establishment, then reduce frequency
- Mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weed growth
- Fertilize sparingly in early spring if growth is slow
- Cold-hardy, wind-tolerant, and deer resistant
Why Choose Pali Colorado Spruce
- Extremely compact size with bright blue needles
- Perfect for tight spaces and small garden features
- Reliable shape and color with little maintenance
- Highly durable and cold-tolerant
- Provides evergreen texture as a miniature focal point
Pali Colorado Spruce offers brilliant blue foliage and a naturally compact, rounded form that brings lasting color and structure to even the smallest garden spaces or alpine designs.
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