.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; } Bergman's Gem' Oriental Spruce Picea orientalis 'Bergman's Gem' Description This cultivar features soft, bluish-green needles and a compact, pyramidal growth habit, making it an elegant accent or focal point in gardens and landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for small gardens, rock gardens, foundation planting, and containers. Its dense form adds texture and color contrast to various landscape features. Plant Details Botanical Name: Bergman's Gem' Oriental Spruce Picea orientalis 'Bergman's Gem' Common Name: Bergman's Gem' Oriental Spruce Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 feet tall and wide at maturity; slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen needles Bloom Time: Usually does not produce prominent flowers Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: Not suitable for indoor growth Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with appropriate drainage Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic but consult veterinarian for concerns Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental grasses, and low maintenance perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained soil, plant in a sunny location, and water regularly during establishment Soil Moisture: Moderate, avoid overly dry or waterlogged conditions Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; remove dead or damaged branches as needed Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and cold when young Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container; do not plant deeper Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and regulate temperature
