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Serbian Spruce

Picea omorika

Category: Evergreen Tree • Spruce

Discover the Serbian spruce, a graceful conifer perfect for accents and specimens in your landscape.

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Mature Height: 50-60 feet

Mature Width: 15-25 ft

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 4-7

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Moderate

Season of Interest: Multi-season

Foliage: Evergreen

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

The Serbian Spruce is a tall, narrow evergreen tree known for its graceful, pendulous branches and attractive blue-green needles. It is often used as an ornamental tree in landscapes.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best suited for higher elevations.

Soil Preferences

Requires well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

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Wildlife Value

Provides habitat and food for birds and small mammals.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought tolerance

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for adding vertical interest in landscapes. Can be used in mixed plantings for texture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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