.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Blue Falls' Weeping Colorado Spruce Picea pungens 'Blue Falls' Description A graceful, cascading conifer featuring silvery-blue foliage and a distinctive weeping habit. Native to the Colorado region, this evergreen adds vertical interest and color to any landscape. Suggested Uses Ideal for focal points, accent plantings, or container gardening. Its striking appearance complements coastal, formal, or modern landscape designs. Plant Details Botanical Name: Picea pungens 'Blue Falls' Common Name: Blue Falls' Weeping Colorado Spruce Size & Growth: Generally 4-6 ft tall with a spread of 3-4 ft, slowly growing at about 6-12 inches per year. Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Does not produce noticeable flowers Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses, and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained soil; plant in full sun for best color and growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, but not soggy. Soil Type: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil. Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Prune minimally; remove dead or damaged branches after planting. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow loads; avoid wandering salt near root zones. Planting Depth: Set root ball at soil level. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Avoid excessive watering during winter dormancy.