PICEA GLAUCA PENDULA / WEEPING WHITE SPRUCE

PICEA GLAUCA PENDULA / WEEPING WHITE SPRUCE

A Graceful, Cascading Conifer with Unique Weeping Form
Picea glauca pendula, commonly known as Weeping White Spruce, is a striking conifer known for its beautiful, pendulous branches that cascade gracefully downward. This variety of White Spruce offers a unique look with its flowing, weeping habit, making it an excellent choice for adding a touch of elegance to the landscape. It’s perfect for gardens with a vertical space challenge or for creating a visually captivating focal point.

Why Choose Weeping White Spruce?

Comparison: Unlike the typical upright growth habit of the White Spruce, Weeping White Spruce features a distinctive cascading form. It provides a softer, more ornamental look that contrasts beautifully with upright trees or shrubbery. It’s ideal for those looking for a conifer with a unique shape and dramatic presence in the garden.

Companions: Pairs well with other weeping or cascading plants, such as weeping willows or weeping cherries. It also complements upright evergreens like Colorado Spruce or Pine, providing a contrast in form. For a serene garden, combine with low-growing groundcovers, perennials, or ornamental grasses.

Key Features:

• Graceful Weeping Habit: The cascading, drooping branches give this spruce a delicate, elegant appearance that stands out in any landscape.
• Unique Texture & Shape: The soft, silvery-blue foliage adds visual interest and texture to the garden.
• Hardy & Adaptable: Thrives in USDA zones 2–7, tolerating a range of soil types and climates, including colder areas.
• Moderate Growth Rate: Grows at a moderate pace, reaching a manageable size for gardens with limited space while still providing significant impact.
• Low Maintenance: Once established, this variety requires minimal care, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance tree with high visual impact.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 3–6 m tall
• Mature Width: 2–4 m wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate (15–30 cm per year)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 2–7

Weeping White Spruce is perfect for gardeners looking for a visually striking conifer with an elegant, cascading form. Whether used as a specimen tree, in a garden with a vertical accent, or as part of a more naturalistic planting, its graceful appearance and low maintenance make it a valuable addition to any landscape.