Description
and still a formidable vertical presence in winter
you decide
This is a deciduous grafted tree
evergreen leaves are sparse (at least here in the Northwest)—all the better to see these truly arresting flowers that hummingbirds love as much as we do
then orange-red again in fall
Picea omorika 'Aurea', Golden Siberian Spruce deer-resistant and still a formidable verticalAn upright evergreen conifer with a narrow, open habit initially, 'Aurea' has stiff yellow golden needles (more so with more sun) that develop a blue green underside toward autumn. This spectrum of yellow to blue creates a richness, depth, and drama that will earn it a prominent place in the landscape. Or it will make a place in the landscape prominent. Prefers well drained soil. Mature size: 6 ft tall x 2. 5 ft wide in 10 years; 30 ft T x 20 ft W in