oriental spruce
Picea orientalis 'Pendula'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 7
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Well-drained
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Oriental spruce should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Water every 3-4 days during periods of warm weather. In the winter, reduce watering frequency, allowing the soil to become dry between waterings. Make sure that the soil is evenly moist throughout the root zone, but not soggy or water logged. When watering, ensure that there is no standing water or water runoff.
sunlight
Oriental Spruce (Picea orientalis 'Pendula') needs full sun to partial shade for best growth. It requires about 6 to 8 hours of full morning sunlight daily. If planted in an area with full sun all day, it will require additional water. If planted in an area with partial sun all day, it will need slightly less water. It prefers cooler temperatures, but can tolerate short periods of heat, as long as it is kept well watered during the summer months.
pruning
Oriental spruce (Picea orientalis 'Pendula') should be pruned in late spring or early summer, once the new growth has begun. Typically, the tree should be pruned to shape and balance, and to remove dead, damaged, or diseased branches. The tree should also be pruned regularly to prevent form becoming too tall and/or wide. It is important not to prune too heavily or too often, as this could leave the tree lopsided or susceptible to pests and disease.
