Picea pungens Edith, also known as Colorado Spruce Edith, is one of the most attractive blue spruces available, prized for its icy silver-blue foliage and beautifully balanced, conical shape. With its classic Christmas tree form and year-round colour, it makes an outstanding focal point in gardens of all sizes.
The needles of Picea pungens Edith emerge with a bright silver-blue colouring, while older growth gradually develops deeper blue-green tones. This contrast between young and mature foliage helps to highlight the tree's layered structure and gives it a distinctive appearance throughout the year.
As the tree matures, it develops strong horizontal branches arranged in neat tiers around a central stem. This natural symmetry creates the elegant pyramidal form for which blue spruces are so well known. Even during winter, when many plants have lost their leaves, Picea pungens Edith continues to provide colour, structure, and interest.
Growing more slowly than many conifers, Picea pungens Edith is an excellent choice for those who want a manageable evergreen specimen. It typically reaches around 3 metres in height within 10 to 20 years, making it suitable for a wide range of garden settings without becoming overwhelming.
This Colorado Spruce performs best in full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, it is hardy, reliable, and requires very little maintenance beyond the occasional removal of damaged branches.
If you are looking for an evergreen tree with striking blue foliage, a classic conical shape, and year-round presence, Picea pungens Edith is a superb choice that will continue to improve with age.
Common Name: Colorado Spruce Edith
Latin Name: Picea pungens 'Edith'
Special features: Mid-sized icy-silver/blue spruce. Handsome conical (Christmas tree) form.
