'Riverside' Serbian Spruce
Planted 2008
This low maintenance spruce, native to Serbia and eastern Bosnia, features attractive green needles and the cones are purple when they first emerge. It is a narrow tree with branches that curve up at the tips. The Serbian Spruce grows best in full sun to part shade and enjoys cool summers.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40-50 ft. | 15-20 ft. | 4-7 | Medium | Medium |
Leaf
Bright, evergreen needles that have a silvery underside.
Fruit
Emerging cones are purple.
Flower
Not showy.
Advantages
Low maintenance, uniquely attractive spruce that has no serious pest or disease problems.
Disadvantages
Intolerant of poorly drained soils.