Blue Spruce (Picea pungens) 'Baby Blue' offers all the classic beauty of Colorado Blue Spruce in a more manageable, garden-friendly size. Its dense, pyramidal shape is wrapped in bright silvery-blue needles that hold their color year-round, bringing a gorgeous cool tone to the landscape. With a naturally tidy habit and moderate growth rate, it works well as a specimen tree, focal point, or anchor in mixed plantings, adding structure without overwhelming the space. The crisp color and symmetrical form pair effortlessly with both formal and naturalistic designs, making ‘Baby Blue’ a versatile choice for adding lasting visual impact and evergreen presence.
Blue Spruce 'Baby Blue'
Irrigation Requirement: Low (1/2" every 10-14 days) to Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days). Start on a moderate level of irrigation when the tree is young and then decrease after 2 years.
Mature Size: 15 - 25' tall and 10 - 15' wide
Hardiness Zone: 3 - 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Deer Resistant: Yes
Salt Tolerant: Yes
Soils: Does best in well-draining loam, but is adaptable to sand or well draining clay.
Plants in the Picea genus are known host plants for up to 68 pollinators in northern Utah. Blue Spruce also provides habitat for birds and small animals.