Caucasian Spruce, Oriental Spruce 'Gracilis'

Piceaorientalis

Family
Pinaceae (py-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Picea (PY-see-uh)
Species
orientalis (or-ee-en-TAY-liss)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Textured
Hardiness
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Trees
Conifers
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
By grafting
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Rock Island, Illinois

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Rock Island, IL (Zone 5b) | March 2006 | positive

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