Pot diameter: 23 cm • Height: ~60 cm • Family: Pinaceae
Selection from Picea pungens f. glauca with an exceptionally stable, symmetrical conical habit and silvery-blue needles that give a “metallic” sheen. Colour intensifies as the plant matures — from year 3 it reaches the striking tone that pops, especially against a dark or green backdrop. Dense branching and a slow pace deliver a premium, tidy look year-round, ideal for entrances, balconies, or as a refined conical accent in compositions.
PinaceaeEvergreenSun to partial shadeLow–moderate careSlow growth • conical habit
Light
🔆 Sunny–bright
The blue tone looks best with abundant light.
Water
💧 Moderate
Even moisture; excellent drainage in pots.
Temperature
🌡️ -20–30 °C
High cold tolerance.
Form
🎄 Conical
Very dense and symmetrical crown.
What makes it special
🌌 Striking silvery-blue needles with a “metallic” glow
📐 Reliably conical, symmetrical shape — a ready-made design element
🧊 Cold-hardy; colour holds year-round
Ideal uses
🏛️ Focal point by the front door/terrace
🪴 Paired in pots for a framed, symmetric look
🧩 Contrast in front of a dark fence or wall
Where to place it
Bright, airy spot with good air flow. In pots: quality substrate, drainage, and a container with a hole. Avoid trapped heat.
Plants to pair with
Dark Taxus / Prunus laurocerasus for colour contrast
Silvery Helichrysum or Lavandula for a cool palette
White seasonals to “light up” the base
Goal: make the blue tone pop against dark or green backgrounds.
Variety origin click to read
Identity: A selection of Picea pungens originating from form f. glauca, known for intense silvery-blue needles.
Colour intensity: The full, bright blue develops gradually on young plants and stabilises with maturity, typically after year 3.
Shape & symmetry: Very regular, dense conical crown with short, even branch tiers that hold a tidy outline with minimal intervention.
Mature size (in ground): Around 3 m tall × 1.5 m wide over time, with slow and predictable growth.
1) Substrate: Tree/shrub mix plus inert grit for drainage.
2) Watering: Steady moisture without waterlogging — let the top layer dry slightly.
🔎 Note: Due to natural variation, the plant you receive may differ slightly from the one shown. Form, size, or coloration depends on season, growing conditions, and the nature of each plant.
Picea 'super blue’ 23cm Care & Tips
We take care of the packaging!
With specially designed boxes, we ensure that the plants will reach you intact, no matter what they encounter on the way!
All plants in 3L pots or larger are placed in individual boxes that secure the plant at the base of the pot, preventing it from tipping over.
The cardboard used for the boxes is specially made to provide resistance to potential impacts during transport.
