Dwarf Serbian Spruce (Picea omorika 'Nana')

Dwarf Serbian Spruce

Picea omorika ‘Nana’ is a compact conifer with a mature height of 8 feet. Densely globe‑shaped when young, becoming pyramidal with age. Needles are soft green on top, bluish green underneath.

Key Features

• Compact, bicolor conifer (green/blue needles).
• Slow‑growing (3–6 inches per year).
• Great focal point among lower plantings or in mixed conifer beds.

Growing Conditions

Deep, moist but well‑drained, neutral to acidic soil.

Care & Propagation

Graft in winter. Problems: gall insects, aphids, caterpillars, sawfly, spider mites, lesion nematode, scale; wood rots, witches' broom, mistletoe, rust, needle cast.

Landscape Uses

Specimen plant; formal garden.

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