Plants in family pinaceae
Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann'
Cedrus atlantica 'Horstmann' is a scaled-down version of the Blue Atlas Cedar, known for its unique branching structure and dense, icy blue foliage. It tolerates coastal conditions and high heat, offering a disease-resistant and bird-friendly option for landscapes.
Picea pungens 'Pendula'
Picea pungens 'Pendula' is a unique weeping form of spruce with light silver-blue needles. It is easy to grow, fast-growing, and highly drought-tolerant once established. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a striking addition to any landscape.
Pseudotsuga menziesii var. glauca
Pseudotsuga menziesii var. glauca, native to the western USA, is a classic evergreen with a pyramidal shape. It can grow between 50 to 70 feet tall, reaching up to 130 feet in the wild. Known for its resilience, it serves as an excellent windbreak and is resistant to drought, pests, and diseases.
Pinus pinea
Pinus pinea, also known as the stone pine, is a slow-growing tree that reaches 40-60 feet tall and 20-40 feet wide. It thrives in well-draining sandy soil and full sun, producing edible pine nuts. This tree is hardy in planting zones 11-12 and is suited for mild weather conditions.
Pinus armandii
Pinus armandii, also known as the Chinese white pine, is a majestic tree with long blue-green needles and large cones that contain edible pine nuts. It can grow between 50 to 100 feet tall and is well-suited for USDA zones 6-9. This tree is wildlife-friendly, providing habitat and food for birds, and it thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. Known for its tolerance to harsh conditions, it is a resilient choice for large landscapes.
Tsuga canadensis 'Curley'
Tsuga canadensis 'Curley' is a dwarf, compact hemlock with short black-green foliage that curls inward. It forms an attractive small mound, reaching up to 20 inches in 10 years, and is suitable for rock gardens and bonsai.
Pinus ponderosa
Pinus ponderosa is a large-crowned tree with a straight trunk, known for its vanilla-scented bark when warmed. It grows 65-80 feet tall and is drought-resistant, thriving in full sun and poor soil. This tree is a major source of timber and can live for 300 to 600 years.
Pinus mugo
Pinus mugo, commonly known as the mugo pine, is a low-growing, dense evergreen native to the mountainous regions of Germany and Poland. It features a rounded growth habit and dark green needles that provide year-round color. This hardy conifer is favored by bonsai enthusiasts and is well-suited for rock gardens and Japanese gardens. It thrives in rocky soil and is deer resistant, making it a reliable and low-maintenance choice for landscaping. The mugo pine can be easily kept smaller with candle pruning and is tolerant of urban pollution.
Picea omorika 'Pendula Bruns'
Picea omorika 'Pendula Bruns' is a weeping spruce with a narrow profile and unique twists and turns. Its bi-colored needles are blue-green on top and silvery-blue underneath, creating a striking visual effect. This deer-resistant tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it a sculptural addition to gardens.
Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa'
Picea pungens 'Glauca Globosa' is a low-maintenance, deer-resistant conifer with bright blue-green needles. This flat-topped, densely branched plant is native to the Rocky Mountains and is valued for its ornamental appeal.
Picea meyeri
Picea meyeri is a slow-growing, long-lived conifer with blue-green year-round color and a compact, dense pyramidal form. It is ideal for windbreaks and shelterbelts, thriving in full sun and cold climates, and is drought and deer resistant.
Larix laricina
Larix laricina, also known as the tamarack or American larch, is a deciduous conifer native to the northeast, Canada, and Alaska. It is well-suited to cool summers and cold winters, thriving in boggy, wet soils. This tree is unique for its ability to tolerate wet conditions.
Tsuga canadensis 'Alpha Upright'
Tsuga canadensis 'Alpha Upright' is a slow-growing evergreen with soft, feathery foliage that remains dark green year-round. This North American native is low maintenance and rarely needs pruning, making it ideal for small space gardens. It can be grown in containers and thrives in sun to shade conditions. The plant's dense growth habit extends to the ground, providing excellent coverage. It requires mulch over its root systems and has a medium water requirement.
Abies concolor
Abies concolor, commonly known as the White Fir, is a long-lived tree with a strongly pyramidal shape and silvery blue-green color. Its upward-curving needles provide a unique texture, and it is often used as an indoor Christmas tree. This tree offers shelter for wildlife and grows best in well-drained soils with full sun and moderate water. Its striking appearance and adaptability make it a popular choice for landscaping.
Picea glauca 'Pendula'
Picea glauca 'Pendula' is a narrow, weeping evergreen known for its striking gray-green foliage and pendulous branches. It serves as a tight screen and grows well in full sun or partial shade. This spruce is seldom damaged by deer and has a moderate to fast growth rate. It thrives in well-drained soil but is not suitable for humid climates, particularly in the southeastern United States.
Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca Pendula'
Cedrus atlantica 'Glauca Pendula' is a striking evergreen conifer known for its soft, silvery blue needles and unique weeping form. Its twisted branches arch gracefully towards the ground, creating a cascading waterfall effect. This tree can reach heights of 10 to 15 feet and can be trained to resemble a large bonsai. It thrives in full sun but can tolerate some shade, preferring well-drained, acidic loam. As it matures, it develops a flat-topped appearance. Early staking and training are recommended to shape its growth.
Picea pungens 'Baker's'
Picea pungens 'Baker's' is a semi-dwarf, compact variety of spruce with silvery-blue needles and a symmetrical pyramidal growth habit. Native to the Southwestern United States, it is tolerant of drought, urban conditions, and salt. This long-lived tree can be used as a living Christmas tree.
Picea abies 'Nidiformis'
Picea abies 'Nidiformis' is a dwarf evergreen with a unique globe shape and dark green, feathery needles. This hardy, wind-resistant plant is pest and disease resistant, requiring full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and provides shelter for birds.
Abies fraseri
This plant is a fragrant evergreen native to the Appalachian Mountains, known for its pleasant aroma and year-round greenery.
Picea pungens 'Blue Wonder'
Picea pungens 'Blue Wonder' is a conical evergreen with blue-gray foliage that maintains its color year-round. It grows to 6 feet tall and 3 feet wide, requiring no pruning to maintain its shape. This plant is drought, pest, and disease resistant, suitable for various soil types.
Pinus resinosa
Pinus resinosa, or red pine, is a majestic evergreen tree with tall, straight trunks and distinctive reddish bark. It can live up to 300 years, growing up to 70 feet tall and 25 feet wide, and is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7. Its dark green leaves are arranged in pairs and are 4 to 6 inches long. This tree is drought-resistant once established and provides shelter and food for wildlife.
Picea pungens 'Fastigiata'
Picea pungens 'Fastigiata' is a compact, narrow upright spruce with dramatic silver-blue needles. This cold-hardy tree requires no pruning or maintenance and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. Its bird-friendly nature and drought tolerance make it a valuable addition to landscapes.
Abies nordmanniana ssp. equi-trojani
Abies nordmanniana ssp. equi-trojani, known as Turkish Fir, is native to the Black Sea region of Turkey. It thrives in hot, humid climates and is similar to Abies fraseri. This conifer is suitable for sunny locations and adds a touch of evergreen beauty to landscapes.
Picea sitchensis 'Papoose'
Picea sitchensis 'Papoose' is a dwarf coniferous tree with a globe-shaped profile and blue-green needles. It grows slowly to a height and width of 4-6 feet, is deer-resistant, and thrives in full sun to part shade with moderate moisture needs.
Pinus sylvestris
Pinus sylvestris, commonly known as Scots Pine, is an evergreen tree with distinctive long blue-green needles and a symmetrical pyramid shape. It is native to cold climates, including Siberia, and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 7. This fast-growing tree can reach heights of 60-70 feet and is tolerant of various soil types, including sandy and clay soils. Its reddish-brown bark and twisting trunks add visual interest, making it suitable for use as a screen, specimen, or windbreak. The tree is drought and neglect tolerant, requiring full sun for best growth.
Picea omorika 'Bruns'
Picea omorika 'Bruns' is a tall, narrow pyramidal conifer with deep green foliage and a silver underside. It is hardy in colder climates and requires low maintenance, thriving in well-drained soil with full sun or partial shade. This spruce is known for its winter weather resistance.
Abies concolor 'Blue Cloak'
Abies concolor 'Blue Cloak' is a dense, narrow pyramidal coniferous evergreen with powder blue needles and light blue-green new growth. Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 7, it grows 10-18 feet tall and 4-7 feet wide. This low-maintenance tree is wildlife and bird-friendly, preferring full sun and well-drained soil.
Abies balsamea
Abies balsamea, commonly known as balsam fir, is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree with a dense, dark-green pyramidal crown. Its needles are dark green above and whitened below, measuring about 1.5 inches long. This conifer thrives in cooler climates with abundant moisture and is a popular choice for Christmas trees, providing food and shelter for wildlife.