Dwarf Serbian Spruce
Picea omorika 'Nana'
Planted 1986
In its native environment this spruce is adapted to grow in limestone soils. It will adapt somewhat to heat, but prefers cool summers. Its needles are green, glossy, and flat. It gets to be about 6' tall and is a slow grower. Water regularly and deeply.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 ft. | 6 ft. | 4-7 | Slow | Medium |
Leaf
Needles, glossy, flat, green. Densely branched.
Fruit
Cones.
Flower
Non-flowering.
Advantages
Native to limestone soils, will adapt to heat better than other spruces.
Disadvantages
Prefers cool summers.