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Picea bicolor 'Howell's Dwarf'

Alcock's spruce

  • Compact conifer
  • Dual-colored needles
  • Slow growth

  • Category: Evergreen
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-7
  • Height: 4-6 ft
  • Spread: 2-5 ft

Picea bicolor 'Howell's Dwarf' is a captivating dwarf spruce with unique bicolor needles that feature a dark green upper surface and silvery-blue undersides, creating a striking visual contrast. Its dense, compact form adds a refined texture to gardens and landscapes, making it ideal for rock gardens, foundation plantings, or as an accent piece. This slow-growing conifer provides year-round color and pairs beautifully with other perennials and shrubs in cool-climate gardens.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Picea bicolor 'Howell's Dwarf'

Plant in full sun with well-draining soil. This spruce thrives in cool, moderate climates and benefits from moderate watering. Its dwarf, mounded form makes it ideal for rock gardens and foundation plantings.

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