Does this mean 'ultimately' really does not mean it won't grow taller, so it just means it's not really a miniature, just a sales job to get you to buy. wide." OR Cryptomeria japonica 'Black Dragon', Average landscape size: Slowly reaches 6 to 7 ft.
"Average landscape size: Slow growing reaches 7 to 8 ft. Does that rule apply to all miniatures? Example: Pinus parviflora 'Blue Angel' Plant, pungens 'Glauca' originated from the same clone. Confusing that matter further is the fact that Picea pungens 'Glauca' has become a generic name for any Colorado Blue spruce. These plants are seedlings of Picea pungens 'Glauca' and as such, will all be slightly different from each other and not appropriate for cultivar status. Plant Patent 5457 1985) the seedling under the peculiar name, "Baby Blueyes." This name never gained traction in the nursery trade, where it is universally seen listed as 'Baby Blue Eyes.'Ĭonifer enthusiasts should also be aware of a conifer in the market called Picea pungens Baby Blue®. This cultivar originated as a seedling selected in 1972 by Verl Holden Nurseries, Silverton, Oregon, USA. After 10 years of growth, a mature plant will measure 5.5 feet (1.8 m) tall and 3 feet (1 m) wide, an annual growth rate of 6 to 8 inches (15 - 20 cm). It is reported to be not as cold hardy as most plants in this species, reported to suffer winter die back in USDA Zone 3. Its dense form makes its strong blue color stand out very nicely. Picea pungens 'Baby Blue Eyes' is a very dense, pyramidal, slow-growing selection of Colorado spruce with sky-blue foliage. Additions to the International Conifer Register.