Dwarf Norway Spruce

Technical-Botanical Sheet

Scientific Name:

Picea abies ‘Pumila’

Common Name:

Dwarf Norway Spruce

Family:

Pinaceae

Origin:

Europe (cultivated variety)

Main Characteristics:
  • Habit: Dwarf evergreen conifer with a compact, rounded growth form.
  • Size: Height 50–100 cm, width up to 1.5 m.
  • Foliage: Short, stiff, needle-like leaves, dark green in colour.
  • Cones: Small, cylindrical brown cones, not very showy.
  • Growth: Slow-growing, dense and tidy structure, no need for frequent pruning.
Cultivation and Care:

• Exposure: Full sun or partial shade; prefers bright locations.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile, neutral to slightly acidic.
• Hardiness: Very hardy (down to -30°C), tolerates harsh cold and air pollution.
• Uses: Rock gardens, flower beds, borders, container planting, alpine gardens.