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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.

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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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.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Is Serbian Spruce a good fit for Kansas City landscapes?

That depends on sun exposure, moisture, spacing, and how the plant will be used in the overall design.

How should homeowners use this plant information?

Use the plant profile as a planning tool for size, conditions, and visual role, then connect it to the broader landscape design plan.

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