Bird's Nest Norway Spruce

Bird’s nest spruce is a low, mounded evergreen shrub known for its dense branching and flattened, slightly depressed center that resembles a nest. Its dark green needles and compact habit make it a dependable choice for foundation plantings, rock gardens, and low evergreen structure in residential landscapes. It provides year-round color and texture and works well as a foreground planting beneath taller trees or alongside flowering shrubs. Its slow growth and manageable size make it a low-maintenance option for smaller spaces.

Plant Characteristics
Genus
Picea
Species
abies
Cultivar
Nidiformis
Family
Pinaceae
Plant Characteristics
Plant Color
Evergreen
Care Instructions

This shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. It has medium water needs during establishment but becomes moderately drought tolerant once mature. Regular deep watering during extended dry periods will help maintain vigor. Pruning is minimal and typically limited to removing dead or damaged growth. Winter protection is generally not required in Rocky Mountain climates, though consistent fall watering helps prevent winter stress.

Price
$ 51.16