{"product_id":"picea-pungens-glauca-globosa-4-5-litre-pot","title":"Picea Pungens Glauca Globosa 4.5 Litre Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePicea pungens 'Glauca Globosa'\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eColorado Spruce 'Globosa'\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a compact, dwarf evergreen conifer prized for its striking silvery-blue foliage and neat, rounded habit. A slow-growing cultivar of the Colorado Spruce, it brings year-round colour and structure to gardens of all sizes, making it an outstanding choice for borders, rock gardens, and container planting alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eForm:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, rounded to broadly mounding habit — naturally globe-shaped with little or no pruning required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intensely silver-blue needles that retain their vivid colour throughout the year, providing striking contrast in mixed plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slow-growing, typically adding around 5–10 cm per year, making it easy to manage in smaller spaces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reaches approximately 1–1.5 m in height and spread over many years, though it remains compact for a long time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully hardy throughout the UK and tolerant of cold, exposed conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRock gardens and alpine schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMixed shrub and conifer borders for year-round structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eContainer and patio planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eLow-maintenance formal or contemporary garden designs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAccent planting where bold colour contrast is desired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun is preferred and encourages the most vivid blue colouration; tolerates partial shade but foliage may be less intense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performs best in moist, well-drained soil. Adaptable to most soil types including sandy and loamy soils, but dislikes waterlogged or excessively alkaline conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAspect:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates exposed, windy sites and cold temperatures well, making it suitable for challenging garden positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during establishment. Once mature, it is reasonably drought-tolerant, though it benefits from occasional watering during prolonged dry spells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCare \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal pruning is required thanks to its naturally tidy, rounded habit. Remove any dead, damaged, or wayward growth in early spring if needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a slow-release balanced fertiliser in spring to encourage healthy growth and maintain foliage colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMulching:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch around the base annually to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and protect shallow roots from frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally trouble-free. Watch for adelgids (spruce woolly aphid) and treat promptly if spotted. Good air circulation around the plant helps prevent any fungal issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in an open, sunny position where the silvery-blue foliage can be fully appreciated — it looks particularly effective when contrasted against dark green conifers or warm-toned grasses and heathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa'?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStunning year-round silver-blue foliage that stands out in any garden\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompact, naturally rounded form requires virtually no pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSlow-growing and easy to manage in borders or containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eFully hardy, tough, and adaptable to a wide range of conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eA timeless structural plant that adds colour and form in every season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57656281235782,"sku":"174297","price":60.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/picea-pungens-glauca-globosa-4-5-litre-pot","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}