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Skylands Oriental Spruce

Picea orientalis 'Skylands'

Category: Evergreen Tree • Spruce

Skylands Oriental Spruce features stunning golden foliage and a conical shape, perfect for accents in your garden.

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Mature Height: 25-35 feet
Mature Width: 8-15 feet
Light: Sun
Zone: Zones 4-7
Maintenance: Low
Growth Rate: Slow
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

Skylands Oriental Spruce is a stunning conifer with a unique golden-yellow hue. This evergreen tree maintains its vibrant color throughout the year, making it a standout in any landscape. Its compact growth habit and soft needles add to its appeal, perfect for smaller gardens or as a focal point. This tree is low-maintenance and thrives in well-drained soil, providing year-round interest.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Prefers well-drained soil with moderate moisture.

Soil Preferences

Requires good drainage and can tolerate a range of pH levels. Adaptable to various soil types.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

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Special Features

Golden-yellow foliageattractive conical shape

Wildlife Value

Provides habitat and food for birds and small mammals.

Resistance / Tolerance

Moderate drought tolerance.

Notes from Our Designer

Great for adding color to landscapes. Works well in larger gardens or as a focal point.

Maintenance Notes

Low

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Frequently Asked Questions

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