Picea orientalis ‘Tom Thumb’

Picea orientalis ‘Tom Thumb’

Oriental Spruce - Tom Thumb

A very dwarf version of the ‘Skylands’ Oriental Spruce! Dense, very-short golden needles form a flatten globe shape, eventually becoming a squatty pyramid with age. Protection from the hot afternoon sun recommended. Grows 1′ high by 1.5′ wide in a 10 year period.

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Additional information

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Exposure

Filtered Light, Part Sun

Zone

4

Origin

Found as a witch's broom of Picea orientalis 'Skylands' at John Verkade Nursery, New Jersey before 1990.

Synonymous

Picea orientalis 'Tom Tumb Gold'

Special Notes

Exposure: Part Sun or filtered light.

Soil: Adaptable to various soils. Prefers slightly acidic soils.

Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed from spring to July.

Group: Dwarf