PICEA GLAUCA RAINBOW'S END / RAINBOW'S END ALBERTA SPRUCE

PICEA GLAUCA ‘RAINBOW'S END’ / RAINBOW'S END ALBERTA SPRUCE

A Colorful Twist on a Classic Evergreen
Picea glauca ‘Rainbow’s End,’ commonly known as Rainbow’s End Alberta Spruce, is a unique and vibrant conifer that brings color and texture to your garden throughout the year. This cultivar of Alberta Spruce stands out for its striking variegated needles that transition from green to creamy-yellow tips, giving it a bright, colorful appearance. With a compact, dense, pyramidal form, it is ideal for small gardens, borders, or containers.

Why Choose Rainbow’s End Alberta Spruce?

Comparison: Rainbow’s End Alberta Spruce is a standout due to its beautiful multi-toned foliage, which adds color and interest not typically seen in standard Alberta Spruce varieties. It retains a similar upright, dense habit but with a stunning visual twist.

Companions: Pairs beautifully with other compact evergreens like Dwarf Alberta Spruce, Juniper, or Boxwood for added texture and contrast. It can also complement flowering shrubs such as Azaleas or Rhododendrons for a colorful garden display.

Key Features:

• Variegated Foliage: The soft green needles have a golden-yellow tint at the tips, creating a bright and colorful contrast in the landscape.
• Compact, Pyramidal Shape: The dense, symmetrical form makes it perfect for smaller gardens, along walkways, or as a container plant.
• Low Maintenance: Requires minimal pruning and is naturally pest-resistant, making it an easy addition to any landscape.
• Cold-Hardy & Resilient: Thrives in colder climates and various soil types, making it well-suited for many regions.
• Ideal for Small Spaces: Its compact size makes it perfect for tighter spaces where a smaller, visually striking evergreen is needed.

Specifications:

• Mature Height: 1.5–2.5 m tall
• Mature Width: 1–1.5 m wide
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate (10–20 cm per year)
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
• Hardiness: Zone 3–7

Rainbow’s End Alberta Spruce offers a unique pop of color with its striking variegated foliage and compact form, making it a perfect choice for small gardens, borders, or containers. Its minimal care requirements and cold-hardiness make it a versatile addition to a wide range of landscapes.