Picea pungens 'Fat Albert' ~ Fat Albert Blue Spruce Size:10' HEIGHT 2016-03-27 13 04 00 An

2016-03-27 13 04 00 An old Weeping Higan Cherry in bloom at the corner of Pingree Avenue and Berwyn Avenue in Ewing

Anthracnose can be a serious problem

Parliament Gardens

The clusters of small rose pink orchid-like flowers with yellow centers bloom from late spring through summer

This variety is often used as a specimen plant

Picea pungens 'Fat Albert' ~ Fat Albert Blue Spruce Size:10' HEIGHT 2016-03-27 13 04 00 AnFat Albert Blue Spruce is a slow growing native conifer shrub with a dense upright swinging branching forming a pyramidal habit. Its stiff steel blue needles hold their color in winter. Prefers full sun and rich, moist well drained acidic soils. Drought tolerant once established. Type: Shrub, Conifer Origins: Rocky Mountains, USA Height: 20' 40' Spread: 10' 20' Spacing: 15 USDA Hardiness Zone: 2 8 Culture: Full Sun Bloom Color: N A Season of Interest: