Alberta spruce ‘Sander’s Blue’ (2L)
Picea glauca var. albertiana
£14.69
Alberta spruce ‘Sander’s Blue’ – Picea glauca ‘Sander’s Blue’ is a compact, slow-growing evergreen that adds a splash of blue-green colour to UK gardens. This dwarf conifer forms a neat, conical shape without pruning, making it ideal for small spaces or as a focal point. Its dense, blue-green needles provide year-round interest and a cool contrast to other plants.
- ✓ Striking blue-green needles provide year-round colour and interest in gardens
- ✓ Compact, slow-growing habit ideal for small spaces, rockeries, and containers
- ✓ Naturally forms a neat, conical shape with minimal maintenance required
- ✓ Hardy and adaptable, thriving in full sun to partial shade in UK gardens
- ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier
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Alberta spruce ‘Sander’s Blue’ – Picea glauca ‘Sander’s Blue’ is a charming dwarf conifer that brings a touch of cool blue to UK gardens. This compact evergreen is a standout variety of the white spruce, known for its striking blue-green needles that hold their colour all year round. The ‘Sander’s Blue’ forms a neat, conical shape without the need for pruning, making it a low-maintenance choice for busy gardeners.
This slow-growing tree typically reaches a height of about 2-3 metres over 10 years, with a spread of about 1 metre. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller gardens, rockeries, or as a focal point in mixed borders. The dense, upright growth also means it can be used to create natural screens or windbreaks in more exposed areas.
The blue-green needles of ‘Sander’s Blue’ are short and stiff, growing in a spiral around the branches. This gives the tree a full, lush appearance that looks good in all seasons. In spring, the new growth emerges in a lighter, almost silvery-blue shade, creating a lovely contrast with the older foliage.
Alberta spruce ‘Sander’s Blue’ is well-suited to the UK climate, thriving in full sun to partial shade. It’s a hardy tree that can cope with cold winters and is resistant to deer, making it a good choice for rural gardens. The compact size and slow growth rate mean it’s also suitable for container growing, perfect for patios or balconies where space is at a premium.
This tree adds structure and year-round interest to the garden. Its blue-green colour provides a cool contrast to other plants, making neighbouring flowers and foliage stand out. Whether you’re looking to add some evergreen colour, create a low-maintenance focal point, or bring a touch of the mountains to your garden, Alberta spruce ‘Sander’s Blue’ is a versatile and attractive choice.
Alberta spruce ‘Sander’s Blue’ is fairly easy to care for, making it suitable for UK gardeners of all levels. Plant it in well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a spot that gets full sun to partial shade. While it prefers consistent moisture, established plants can handle short dry spells. Water deeply during dry periods, especially in its first few growing seasons. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and suppress weeds, but keep it away from the trunk to prevent rot. ‘Sander’s Blue’ doesn’t need regular pruning to maintain its shape, but you can lightly trim it in late winter or early spring if desired. Feed with a slow-release, balanced fertiliser in spring to promote healthy growth.
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
10–20 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
🇬🇧 UK grown in Lancashire – Supplied about 20cm – 4ocm tall in 2 litre pots.
Season of Interest
Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Pot Size
2 litre
Foliage
Evergreen
Foliage Colour
Blue
Hardiness
-15°C to -10°C (H5)
When MatureSafety
Child Safe, Pet Safe
Watering
Little
Preferred Soil Type
Any well drained soil
Preferred Soil pH
Acidic
Fragrance
Strong
Delivery
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With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.
Returns
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Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked | £3.25 (Flat) | |
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Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) | £7.95 (Flat) | |
Large Items - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) | |
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Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) | £24.95 (Flat) | |
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier | £90.00 (Flat) |
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