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Picea orientalis Early Gold

Early Gold Oriental Spruce

Bright yellow, new, spring shoots, that emerge earlier than 'Aureospicata' and last longer. The sharp contrast with its dark green needles make this a must have in the landscape.

  • »  Broadly conical, narrow and upright, with horizontal branching that becomes pendulous
  • »  Bright yellow new growth appears early in the spring
  • »  Yellow colour lasts as long as six weeks before maturing to green
  • »  A great specimen against a darker background

7gal Low Inventory
$285.00
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$525.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:10-15 m
  • Spread:6-8 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Slow
Attributes
• Evergreen
Habit
• Pyramidal
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
• Yellow
Landscape uses
• Rock garden
• Screening (privacy)
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Picea orientalis 'Early Gold'

Similar to 'Aueospicata', this cultivar pushes its new, yellow growth earlier in the spring and retains its colour longer into the summer.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Picea orientalis 'Early Gold'

This fine-textured medium-sized plant maintains its colour best in a sunny location. Young trees need some summer sun and winter wind protection until they become established. Makes a good contrast in any garden landscape.