Ticea Crusita Spruce is a beautiful evergreen plant grown in zones 4-8. It can reach up to 30 feet tall and is perfect for landscaping.
Ticea Crusita Spruce
Ticea Crusita Spruce (Picea pungens 'Ticia Crusita') is a slow-growing, pyramidal coniferous tree with a dense growth habit. It is known for its bright red new growth and its ability to thrive in a variety of growing conditions. It is a popular choice for home gardens due to its attractive appearance, ease of care, and ability to add a touch of beauty to any landscape.
Ticia Crusita Spruce typically grows to a height of 12-15 feet and a width of 8-10 feet. It has glossy, dark green needles that are about 1 inch long. The new growth is a bright red color, which fades to a dark green over time. The cones are small and brown, about 1-2 inches long.
Ticia Crusita Spruce is relatively low-maintenance. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established. Water Ticia Crusita Spruce regularly, especially during the first year after planting. Fertilize it once a year in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Ticia Crusita Spruce is a versatile plant that can be used in a variety of ways in the landscape. It can be planted as a specimen plant, in groups, or in borders. It is also a good choice for growing in containers. Ticia Crusita Spruce can also be used to create hedges and screens.
Here are some additional tips for growing Ticia Crusita Spruce:
- Prune Ticia Crusita Spruce in the late winter or early spring to remove any dead or diseased wood and to shape the plant as desired.
- Mulch around the base of the plant with a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Protect Ticia Crusita Spruce from deer and rabbits, which may damage the foliage.
With proper care, Ticia Crusita Spruce can thrive for many years to come and add a touch of beauty to your landscape.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
