Picea Abies Pygmaea 45 Litre Pot

Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’ – A Charming Dwarf Norway Spruce for Compact Spaces.

Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’ is a slow-growing, dwarf conifer with a dense, rounded habit and finely textured, deep green needles. This miniature Norway spruce is ideal for rock gardens, alpine plantings, container displays, and small garden spaces, offering year-round structure and evergreen beauty. Its naturally mounded shape and soft, compact foliage make it a fantastic low-maintenance choice for adding texture and interest to any landscape.

Why Grow Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’?

• Compact, Rounded Growth – A naturally dense, slow-growing conifer that requires little pruning.
• Rich Green, Soft Needles – Fine-textured foliage provides colour and structure all year.
• Ideal for Small Gardens & Rockeries – Perfect for tight spaces where a larger tree would be overwhelming.
• Low Maintenance & Hardy – Thrives in various conditions with minimal care.

Height of Plant

Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’ grows slowly, reaching 60 cm in height in 10years, making it an excellent choice for small spaces and ground cover.

Where to Site Your Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’

This hardy, dwarf conifer thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It’s perfect for:

• Rock gardens and alpine plantings
• Borders and foundation plantings
• Containers and patio displays
• Japanese-style gardens and conifer collections

How to Grow and Care for Your Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’

• Soil – Prefers moist but well-drained, neutral to slightly acidic soil. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions.
• Light – Thrives in full sun to partial shade; best colour and growth occur in sunny locations.
• Watering – Keep soil moist but not soggy, especially when young. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.

Maintenance:

• Pruning – Generally not required; if needed, lightly trim to maintain its shape in early spring.
• Mulching – Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
• Pest & Disease Resistance – Highly resistant to pests and diseases, making it an easy-care plant.
• Cold Hardy – Withstands harsh winters, retaining its deep green foliage throughout the year.

Perfect Plant Combinations

Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’ pairs beautifully with other dwarf conifers, ornamental grasses, and flowering perennials. It looks stunning alongside heathers, sedums, miniature hostas, and creeping junipers, creating a richly textured, low-maintenance garden display.

With its compact size, dense evergreen foliage, and year-round beauty, Picea abies ‘Pygmaea’ is an excellent choice for small gardens, rockeries, and container planting. Whether used as a standalone feature or part of a mixed conifer display, this charming dwarf spruce brings structure, colour, and texture to any setting.

Picea Abies Pygmaea 45 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery Winter Hardy Slow Growing Evergreen

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.