Picea glauca 'Conica' - Dwarf Alberta Spruce

The Picea glauca 'Conica', commonly known as the Dwarf Alberta Spruce, is a compact, conical conifer that is a variety of the white spruce (Picea glauca) native to North America.

### Variety Description:

- **Height**: In adulthood, it grows to a height of 1-2 meters, but its appearance and growth are generally slow.
- **Width**: It spreads to a width of 1-1.5 meters.
- **Needles**: The needles are short, 1-2 cm long, and are densely arranged in a spiral on the branches. Their color ranges from light green to silvery-green.
- **Cones**: The tree's cones are small, initially green, and turn light brown when mature.
- **Growing Environment**: It prefers sunny to partially shaded locations and is well-adapted to cold, making it a popular choice in cooler climates.
- **Soil**: It requires well-drained, slightly acidic or neutral soil.

### Uses:
It is primarily planted as an ornamental tree in gardens and parks and is also suitable for creating hedges. It is often used in bonsai culture as well.

The 'Conica' variety is appreciated for its compact size and attractive appearance, making it especially popular for decorative purposes.