Colorado spruce
Picea pungens 'Colonial Gold'
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Tissue Culture
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7
Flowers:
Non-flowering Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Cones:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
gold,yellow
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Moderate
watering
Colorado spruce should be watered once every 4-7 days, depending on soil moisture levels. Aim to water until the soil is damp but not soggy. A good amount is approximately 1.5-2 inches of water per week, depending on the season and sun exposure. During the summer growing season, and when your tree is exposed to direct sunlight, you may need to water more often.
sunlight
Colorado spruce, Picea pungens 'Colonial Gold', thrive in full sun. For optimum growth, this plant species should receive 4-7 hours of direct sunlight every day. The amount of daily sunlight will depend on the season and the local climate. During the peak growing season, summer months, it should receive around 6-7 hours of sunlight each day. In areas with extreme heat, providing afternoon shade is recommended to minimize heat stress. During the winter, the Colorado spruce may receive partial sun or shade. Depending on the intensity of the sun, the amount of direct sunlight can range from 1-3 hours.
pruning
Colorado spruce should be pruned once a year in late winter to early spring. Removing dead or damaged branches is important to prevent the spread of diseases. Also removing branches that are rubbing against each other will help maintain proper shape. Pruning 1-third of the longest branches is also recommended in order to maintain proper shape and size. It is best to avoid pruning new growth and to use small, sharp pruning shears for clean cuts.
