Montgomery Blue Spruce

Picea pungens 'Montgomery'

Planted 1986

This dwarf variety of spruce prefers well-drained soils and lots of sun. It has a broad cone shape with unique silvery-blue needles. It is a great accent tree for rock gardens.

Montgomery Blue Spruce tree
Close up of Montgomery Blue Spruce needles
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
10-15 ft. 15-20 ft. 3-7 Slow Moderate

Leaf

Silvery-blue pine needles.

Fruit

Cones.

Flower

Not showy.

Advantages

Tolerate of some drought conditions once established.

Disadvantages

Few pests.