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Irish Garden Trees

Blue spruce 'Blue Diamond' 80-100 cm

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€118.00

  • Designation: Blue spruce 'Blue Diamond'
  • Latin name: Picea pungens 'Blue Diamond'
  • Delivery height: 80-100 cm
  • Full grown: 15-20 m
  • Light requirements: Sun
  • Growing zone: 1-5
  • Plant type: Pyramidal, Large-grown
  • Planting distance (cc): 8 m
  • Special Endurance: Windy, open locations, Salty winds, Urban climate, Dry soil
  • Soil: Loamy soil, Nutrient-rich soil, Well-drained soil
  • Nutrition: Garden manure
  • Soil products: Bark mulch, Planting soil
  • Pruning method: Pruning is not necessary, Suitable for shape cutting, Prune lightly
  • Pruning time: July-September (JAS period), In autumn, In spring-winter
  • Leaf colour: Blue-green, Grey
  • Distinguishing characteristics: Easy to care for, Evergreen
  • Warranty: 12 months

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Out of stock

BLUE SPRUCE 'BLUE DIAMOND' EVERGREEN CONIFER

Dwarf variety of blue spruce. Silver-blue needles and a naturally pyramidal growth habit. Very nice as a solitary, in a pot or in mixed conifer plantings. Grows slowly, 10-15 cm per year. Easy to grow, thrives in most well-drained soils.
 
Beautiful spruce with a dense, conical habit. The bars are long and prickly with a beautiful steel blue color. The new growth is even more intense steel blue to gray in color. In autumn, light brown large cones are formed, which are beautiful in contrast to the steel blue bar. The blue spruce 'Blue Diamond' is truly a plant that gives the garden a brilliant silhouette all year round. The variety is often sold in pots during Advent to be able to decorate, for example, an entrance until Christmas.
 
Grows best in sun on well-drained, moisture-retaining and humus-rich soils. Copes with dry conditions once established. Spruce trees are rarely pruned, but can be pruned if you prune on green shoots and annual growth. If you prune deeper, you risk destroying the plant because firs do not break new wood on old wood. When cutting into shapes such as globes and hedges, this is done in June-July when the new annual shoots have developed. It is these annual shoots that are cut every year. Blue firs are really beautiful as cut globes. Planted as a solitary plant or in groups, preferably together with other evergreen plants.

ADDITIONAL INFO

What are the benefits of conifers?

Conifers have many advantages, both aesthetic and practical. Here are some of the most common advantages: They are durable: Very durable and can survive in most climates. They are air cleaners: Help clean the air by absorbing pollutants and returning oxygen to the environment. For example as spruce and pine. They provide shelter for animals and insects: Are home to many animal species and act as protection against predators and other threats. They are beautiful: They are known for their beautiful and stately appearance and can give a garden or landscape a unique and impressive look.

How to take care of conifers?

Caring for conifers requires some knowledge and effort. Here are some tips:

Watering

Conifers don't need as much water as other plants, but they still need enough moisture to survive. Be sure to water the tree's roots regularly during dry periods and avoid overwatering.

Pruning

Needs regular pruning to maintain shape and health. Prune the branches carefully and avoid damaging the tree.

Fertilization

Needs enough nutrition to grow strong and healthy. Use organic fertilizer to give your trees enough nutrients.

Protection against pests

May be affected by pests such as bark beetles, pine moths and aphids. Be sure to protect your trees by using pesticides or natural solutions.

Conclusion

Conifers are a fantastic plant species that has many benefits for both the environment and garden design. Caring for your trees requires some effort, but it is well worth it to maintain their beauty and health. So if you want to add a stately plant to your garden or landscape, consider planting a tree.

Frequently asked questions about conifers

How long can conifers live? They can live for centuries and some species can live up to a thousand years. What is the most common type of conifer in Ireland? Spruce and Pine are the most common types in Ireland. What is the best time of year to prune conifers? The best time to prune is usually in the spring or fall when the tree is dormant. Can conifers survive in cold climates? Yes, many trees can survive in cold climates, because they are adapted to it.

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