Howell's Dwarf Tigertail Spruce

Picea bicolor 'Howell's Dwarf Tigertail'

Planted 2010

This spruce enjoys well-drained soils and full sun. It is flat topped and will grow in a roughly pyramidal shape if its central leader is kept in. With no serious pests or diseases, it makes for a nice accent tree.

Howell's Dwarf Tigertail Spruce Tree
   
Close up of Howell's Dwarf Tigertail Spruce needles
   
Howell's Dwarf Tigertail Spruce cone








Close up of Howell's Dwarf Tigertail Spruce bark
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
10-15 ft. 10-15 ft. 4-7 Slow Medium

Leaf

Needles, green on the top with a silver-blue hue on the bottom.

Fruit

Cones with thin papery scales.

Flower

Non-flowering.

Advantages

No serious pest or disease issues.

Disadvantages

Intolerant of shade.