.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; } Cupressina' Fastigiate Norway Spruce Picea abies 'Cupressina' Description This cultivar features a narrow, upright growth habit with dense, dark green foliage, making it ideal for vertical accents and privacy screens in gardens. Its compact form requires minimal pruning and maintains a tidy appearance year-round. Suggested Uses Perfect for foundation planting, narrow space landscaping, hedges, and specimen display in both residential and commercial landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Cupressina' Fastigiate Norway Spruce Picea abies 'Cupressina' Common Name: Cupressina' Fastigiate Norway Spruce Size & Growth: Typically reaches 8-12 ft in height with a narrow, upright form, growing about 1-2 ft per year. Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense, dark green needles Bloom Time: Not typically flowering; primarily valued for foliage Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, with regular watering and fertilization Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Contains toxic components; keep out of reach of pets Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, foundation plants, low-maintenance shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for best growth. Space approximately 3-4 ft apart for privacy hedges. Soil Moisture: Maintain moist, well-draining soil. Avoid waterlogging. Soil Type: Adaptable to most soil types, prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH. Humidity: Tolerant of varied humidity levels, avoid prolonged drought conditions. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winds and heavy snow; mulching helps insulate roots. Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container, usually about 2-3 inches below the soil surface. Fertilization: Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture; monitor for pests such as spider mites.
