Plant of the Month
Foxtail Spruce
Description
A truly different cultivar noted for the foxtail appearance of its new branches, with the bright blue needles at the branch tips shorter than the needles at the base; excellent for buffer planting and as a striking accent tree.
Landscape Attributes
Foxtail Spruce is a dense evergreen tree with a strong central leader and a distinctive and refined pyramidal form. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.This is a relatively low maintenance tree. When pruning is necessary, it is recommended to only trim back the new growth of the current season, other than to remove any dieback. Deer don't particularly care for this plant and will usually leave it alone in favor of tastier treats.
Best Uses
Foxtail Spruce is recommended for the following landscape applications:
- Vertical Accent
- Accent
Plant Characteristics
Foxtail Spruce will grow to be about 50 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 feet. It has a low canopy, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 60 years or more. This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist growing conditions, but will not tolerate any standing water. It is considered to be drought-tolerant, and thus makes an ideal choice for the dry summers we often experience. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt.
Stop in at either the Crittenden KY or Hebron KY locations to see the Plant of the Month or give us a call at 859.428.3736 for more infomation.
