Upright conifer with blue-green needles; more uniform than standard Colorado spruce.

Family: Pinaceae

Genus: Picea

Scientific Designation: Picea pungens 'Densata'

Soil Type: Loam, sandy, clay

Edible Fruit Bearing or Ornamental?: Ornamental

Preferred Soil pH:5.5 to 7.5

Light Requirements: Full sun

Watering Requirements: Low

Hardiness Zone: 2 to 7

Height: 30 to 60 ft

Spread: 15 to 20 ft

Soil Drainage Requirements: Well-drained

Fertilizer Recommendation: Evergreen fertilizer in early spring

Manitoba Specific Climate Notes: Extremely hardy and resilient; ideal for shelterbelts in Manitoba.