Picea orientalis Nigra Compacta

Compact Nigra Oriental Spruce

Nigra Compacta Oriental Spruce (Picea orientalis ‘Nigra Compacta’) develops a broad pyramidal framework with very dark green foliage. Its close growth gives this dwarf selection a solid, neatly proportioned presence.

The deep color provides a useful background for lighter leaves or seasonal flowers. As a small specimen, its strongest contribution is the consistent evergreen outline it brings to the garden.

Grow in full sun. Choose soil that drains freely and water during establishment.

Size (about 10 years)
• Height: 4 ft
• Width: 3 ft
Plants can continue growing beyond these ten-year estimates.

Hardiness
• Hardy to USDA Zone 4

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Accent Plant
• Rock Garden

Plant type

Conifer, Dwarf Conifer

Height

8'

Width

3'

Hardiness zones

4–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Slow

Bloom time

Does not flower

Flower color

None

Leaf color

Dark Green

Fall color

Dark Green

Soil

Well Drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Rock Garden, Specimen

Shape

Broad, Compact, Pyramidal

Fruit

No

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No

10-year height

4 ft

10-year width

3 ft