Picea abies Ripplebrook
Picea abies 'Ripplebrook' photo courtesy of Iseli Nursery
Norway Spruce

An Iseli Introduction seedling selected from Picea abies ‘Rothenhausii’, this new dwarf cultivar has a prostrate habit that forms a low mounding shape with age. It can be grown as a slow growing ground cover or staked upright as a gentle weeper. Delicate tiny green sprays of needles cover this very dainty specimen, which resembles cascading water that has been frozen in time. Great for containers or as a specimen plant for collectors. Truly a one of a kind.

  • Height: 45 cm (18 in)
  • Spread: 90 cm (3 ft)
  • Cold Hardiness: Zone 3
  • Sun or Shade: minimum five hours of direct sun
  • Foliage Colour: green
  • Shape: spreading
  • Critter Resistance: deer

Growing and Maintenance Tips

Dwarf Norway spruce grows best in full sun and well-drained soil and is adaptable to a wide range of soil types, including slightly acidic conditions. It prefers consistent moisture during establishment but becomes fairly drought tolerant once established. Minimal pruning is required, typically limited to removing dead or wayward growth or lightly shaping in early spring. Avoid poorly drained sites, as excess moisture can lead to root issues. This hardy conifer is low maintenance and well suited to foundation plantings, rock gardens, and small landscape spaces.

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