Globe Blue Spruce
Globe Blue Spruce (Picea pungens ‘Glauca Globosa’) is a striking dwarf evergreen shrub that brings year-round color and texture to the landscape with its signature steel-blue needles and compact, rounded form. Growing to a mature height and spread of about 3-5 feet, Globe Blue Spruce is ideal for adding color to foundation plantings, rock gardens, or mixed borders. The vibrant blue needles are densely packed, providing a consistent, bold color throughout every season. At the same time, its unique globe-like shape makes it a perfect low-maintenance focal point in any garden setting.
This slow-growing Globe Blue Spruce thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it easy to care for in a wide range of climates. Its drought tolerance and resistance to pests and diseases make it a hardy option for gardens that require minimal upkeep. Globe Blue Spruce is also cold-hardy, growing well in USDA hardiness zones 2-8, and can withstand harsh winter conditions, retaining its vibrant blue needles even during the colder months. Its compact size and rounded growth habit make it an excellent choice for smaller garden spaces or as an accent in larger landscapes, providing an elegant touch without overwhelming its surroundings.
Whether used as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, or as part of a foundation landscape, Globe Blue Spruce adds architectural interest and vivid color to the garden. Its compact, symmetrical form is well-suited for container planting, which allows it to be enjoyed on patios and decks. This versatile evergreen also pairs beautifully with other shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses, creating a dynamic and colorful display year-round. Choose Globe Blue Spruce to enhance your garden’s visual appeal and add a reliable evergreen element that will provide long-lasting beauty with minimal maintenance.
