Picea orientalis 'Shadow's Broom'

Shadow's Broom Oriental Spruce

Shadow’s Broom Oriental Spruce (Picea orientalis ‘Shadow’s Broom’) has small, glossy needles that mature to a deep green. Fresh spring growth is noticeably lighter, briefly outlining the dense network of short branches.

Young plants can have a hollowed or nest-like center. A leader often develops later, turning the low juvenile shape into a broad upright mound. Its measured growth and dark foliage make it a useful contrast beside gold or blue conifers.

Use a well-drained site and water during establishment. Protect young plants from drying winter winds and excessive summer heat.

Approximate garden size
• Width: 4 ft; larger with age
• Height: 6 ft; larger with age

Hardiness
• Hardy to USDA Zone 4; upper limit varies with climate

Best Uses
• Specimen
• Accent Plant
• Border

Plant type

Conifer, Dwarf Conifer, Evergreen Shrub

Height

6 ft+

Width

4 ft+

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

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Border, Specimen

Shape

Broad Upright, Mounded

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

Yes

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No