{"product_id":"picea-sester-dwarf","title":"Picea Sester Dwarf","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Sester Blue Dwarf Spruce is a cultivar of the Colorado spruce, scientifically known as Picea pungens 'Sester Dwarf Blue'. Here are some key points about this plant:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sester Blue Dwarf Spruce is a compact, dwarf evergreen tree with a dense, rounded form. It typically grows slowly and maintains a neat, symmetrical shape without requiring much pruning. The needles are short, stiff, and sharp-pointed, measuring about 1\/2 to 3\/4 inch (1.3 to 1.9 cm) long, and are arranged densely along the branches. The foliage has a distinctive blue-gray color, which adds to its ornamental appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e: This cultivar typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4 feet (0.6 to 1.2 meters) and a spread of 3 to 4 feet (0.9 to 1.5 meters), making it a compact and manageable option for smaller landscapes, rock gardens, or container plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sester Blue Dwarf Spruce is a slow-growing tree, adding only a few inches of growth per year. Its compact size and slow growth rate make it suitable for use as a specimen plant or in rock gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSun and Soil Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e: This tree prefers full sun to partial shade and thrives in well-drained soil with good moisture retention. It can tolerate a range of soil types, including loamy, sandy, or clay soils, as long as they are not overly wet or waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness\u003c\/strong\u003e: Sester Blue Dwarf Spruce is cold-hardy and can tolerate freezing temperatures typical of its native range in western North America. It is suitable for USDA hardiness zones 2 to 8.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Use\u003c\/strong\u003e: Due to its compact size and attractive blue-gray foliage, Sester Blue Dwarf Spruce is often used as a specimen plant in smaller gardens, rock gardens, or container plantings. It can also be used to provide evergreen interest in mixed borders or as a low hedge or screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eOverall, Sester Blue Dwarf Spruce is a charming and versatile evergreen tree with a neat, compact habit and distinctive blue-gray foliage. Its slow growth rate and cold-hardiness make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a low-maintenance tree for smaller landscapes or container gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Settlemyre Nursery","offers":[{"title":"5 Gallon","offer_id":44132837490739,"sku":"200231","price":88.33,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"7 Gallon","offer_id":44132837523507,"sku":"200021","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15 Gallon","offer_id":44132837556275,"sku":"201063","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0631\/6802\/0531\/files\/B0062.jpg?v=1774057809","url":"https:\/\/commercial-shop.settlemyrenursery.com\/products\/picea-sester-dwarf","provider":"Settlemyre Nursery Commercial","version":"1.0","type":"link"}