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Picea pungens 'Blue Select'
Choose Blue Select Colorado Spruce if you want a tough blue evergreen as a main lawn or windbreak tree; the tradeoff is space—it grows broad and stiff, so it is not for tight foundation beds.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | Its blue color and strong pyramidal shape give it real presence, but it can overpower a small front yard. |
| Growth Rate | B | It is steady rather than quick, so plan for a long-term planting instead of instant screening. |
| Maintenance | B | Routine pruning is usually limited, but give it room so you are not fighting the lower branches later. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed. |
| Small Space Fit | D | The broad, rigid habit makes it a poor fit near walks, entries, and tight foundations. |
| Screening Value | B | It can block wind and views well once established, but the stiff form needs generous room. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Blue Select as a long-term anchor, not a filler plant. Set it where the lower branches can stay; limbing it up later usually makes spruce look awkward.
| Botanical Name | Picea pungens 'Blue Select' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Blue Select Colorado Spruce |
| Mature Height | 30-50 ft |
| Mature Width | 15-20 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 2a-7b |
| Spacing | 15-20 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, broadly pyramidal |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | No (native to the western U.S.) |
The needles hold blue color well through winter when the tree is sited well.
Spruce is generally a good bet where deer browse, but hungry deer can sample almost anything.
Only if you have serious room; keep it away from walks, windows, and tight corners.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-12009
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