Blue Wonder Colorado Spruce
Botanical Name: Picea Pungens Glauca ‘Deloras’
Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Mature Height: 100'
Growth Rate: Medium
Seed Source: Colorado
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36mm Jiffy PlugAvailable: 2419 - 50mm Jiffy PlugAvailable: 5000+
- Plug+2 Jumbo Husky Bare RootAvailable: 5000+
- Plastic GallonAvailable: 5000+
- Plantable Peat QuartAvailable: 2503
36mm Jiffy Plug
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBWAG361Y03 | 1 Y | 3 - 6" | 2419 |
| 2.83 | 2.45 | 2.07 | 1.68 | 1.55 | 1.43 |
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50mm Jiffy Plug
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBWAG501Y03 | 1 Y | 3 - 6" | 5000+ |
| 4.63 | 4.01 | 3.39 | 2.77 | 2.57 | 2.36 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWAG501Y01 | 1 Y | 1 - 3" | 1673 |
| 4.52 | 3.9 | 3.28 | 2.66 | 2.46 | 2.25 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWAG501Y06 | 1 Y | 6 - 9" |
| 4.74 | 4.12 | 3.5 | 2.88 | 2.68 | 2.47 | |
Plug+2 Jumbo Husky Bare Root
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBWJX15 | 2 Y | 15 - 18" | 5000+ |
| 5.84 | 5 | 4.45 | 3.48 | 3.2 | 3.06 |
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| SBWJX12 | 2 Y | 12 - 15" | 4273 |
| 5.73 | 4.89 | 4.34 | 3.37 | 3.09 | 2.95 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWJX18 | 2 Y | 18 - 24" | 1159 |
| 5.95 | 5.11 | 4.56 | 3.59 | 3.31 | 3.17 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWJX24 | 2 Y | 24 - 36" | 85 |
| 6.06 | 5.22 | 4.67 | 3.7 | 3.42 | 3.28 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
Plastic Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBWPL1Y09 | 1 Y | 9 - 12" | 3672 |
| 6.24 | 5.61 | 5.29 | 4.97 | 4.84 | 4.72 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPL2Y12 | 2 Y | 12 - 15" | 3287 |
| 6.47 | 5.84 | 5.52 | 5.2 | 5.07 | 4.95 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPL1Y06 | 1 Y | 6 - 9" | 1415 |
| 6.13 | 5.5 | 5.18 | 4.86 | 4.73 | 4.61 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPL1Y12 | 1 Y | 12 - 15" | 406 |
| 6.35 | 5.72 | 5.4 | 5.08 | 4.95 | 4.83 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPL2Y18 | 2 Y | 18 - 24" | 81 |
| 6.69 | 6.06 | 5.74 | 5.42 | 5.29 | 5.17 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPL2Y15 | 2 Y | 15 - 18" |
| 6.58 | 5.95 | 5.63 | 5.31 | 5.18 | 5.06 | |
Plantable Peat Quart
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBWPQ1Y09 | 1 Y | 9 - 12" | 1638 |
| 5.16 | 4.52 | 4.19 | 3.74 | 3.61 | 3.48 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPQ1Y06 | 1 Y | 6 - 9" | 865 |
| 5.05 | 4.41 | 4.08 | 3.63 | 3.5 | 3.37 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SBWPQ1Y12 | 1 Y | 12 - 15" |
| 5.27 | 4.63 | 4.3 | 3.85 | 3.72 | 3.59 | |
Notes
CAs the Blue Wonder Colorado Spruce matures, it's color turns blue. However, it doesn't always stay that way as many times it is commonly known to revert back to its original green color.
Uses
This tree is typically used for Christmas trees, bonsai, windbreak, and erosion control.
Wildlife Value
Siskins, nuthatches, and crossbills all receive food and shelter from this tree.
History & Lore
In 1862, the Blue Wonder Colorado Spruce was discovered growing in the meadows and streams into the Rocky Mountains. Word of this tree quickly spread and grew to fame. It is now one of the most popular landscaping trees favored by many. Along with this, it is also the state tree of Colorado.
Hardiness Zones
3-7
Tree Type
Conifer
Tree Subtype
Spruce
Mature Height
100'
Mature Spread
25'
Growth Rate
Medium
Seed Source
Colorado
Sun Preference
Full sun, part shade
Soil PH Range
5.5-7.0
Soil Preference
Adapable to most, no standing water
Tolerant
Drought
Intolerant
Excessive moisture
Diseases
Needlecast, tip blight and canker
Pests
Aphids, gall adelgids, spider mites
