.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; } Gowdy's Oriental Spruce Picea orientalis 'Gowdy' Description An evergreen conifer featuring dense, bluish-green needles and a compact, pyramidal form. Ideal for adding year-round greenery to gardens and landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for foundation plantings, hedges, small accent trees, or container planting in patios and entryways. Plant Details Botanical Name: Picea orientalis 'Gowdy' Common Name: Gowdy's Oriental Spruce Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-8 ft tall and 3-4 ft wide; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7 Foliage Type: Evergreen needles Bloom Time: Generally inconspicuous; may produce tiny cones seasonally Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, shade trees, and evergreen shrubs Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained, mildly acidic soil; space appropriately for growth Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained Soil Type: Sandy, loamy, or clay soils adaptable Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; remove dead or damaged branches Winter Care: Mulch for insulation in colder zones; protect from harsh winds Planting Depth: Plant root ball slightly above soil level Fertilization: Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Regular watering during dry periods; avoid overwatering
