Golden Norway Spruce
Picea abies 'Aurea'
Overview
The Golden Norway Spruce (Picea abies 'Aurea') is an amazing addition to any landscape. This evergreen is an attention grabber with its unique golden color that stands out against green foliage. It adds a special charm to any garden with its uniform shape, situated in a distinguished pyramidal form. Its needles are soft to the touch and turn golden yellow in the winter, perfect for holiday decorations. The Golden Norway Spruce is easy to care for, extremely cold tolerant and a great choice for adding color and contrast. So, if you’re looking for a showstopper for any outdoor space, then this is the perfect choice for you.
Care Guide
Watering
Watering for a Golden Norway Spruce (Picea abies 'Aurea') plant should be done when the top 2-3 inches of its soil are dry. This should typically occur once per week, but may need to be done more or less frequently depending on the amount of sunlight and heat the plant receives. When watering, thoroughly water the entire root mass until water runs out the bottom of the pot, and then allow the pot to drain completely. Additionally, never allow the Norway Spruce's soil to dry out completely, as this can damage the plant.
Light
Golden Norway Spruce (Picea abies 'Aurea') prefers full sun, meaning that it should receive direct sunlight for at least 8 hours each day. During the summer months, Golden Norway Spruces should be placed in a location that receives a minimum of 6 hours of sunlight per day to ensure optimal growth. During the winter months, your Golden Norway Spruce will appreciate up to 12 hours of sunlight each day.
Soil
Acidic, Well-drained
Temperature
Hardiness zone 3-3.
Pruning
Pruning for a Golden Norway Spruce (Picea abies 'Aurea') should take place annually, typically in late winter or early spring. Pruning should not be severe and should focus on removing dead, diseased or damaged branches as well as crossing or rubbing branches. Pruning should be limited to no more than 1-third of the tree's total foliage and should not be done in a manner that removes the natural shape and overall form of the tree.
Propagation
Seed Propagation
Uses & Symbolism
Attracts: Birds.
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Galls, Mites, Stem borer insects, Drought resistant .
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