Picea abies Hana Subutus - Norway Spruce
Picea abies Hana Subutus - Norway Spruce
Picea abies Hana Subutus
Norway Spruce, Common Spruce, European Spruce
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Description
Picea abies 'Hana Subutus' is a dwarf variety of the common spruce tree discovered in 2004 and still rarely available for sale. It forms a small bushy plant, initially erect then more rounded, with a very compact habit. The light green spring shoots create a beautiful contrast with the older, dark bluish-green foliage. The brown winter cones are highly ornamental. This rounded and slightly untidy silhouette elegantly fits into flower beds, enlivens rockeries, or stands out in a pot on the terrace. It has a very slow growth rate and is easy to cultivate in well-drained, neutral to acidic, even poor soil, in full sun or partial shade.
The Picea abies, also known as the Norway spruce or red spruce, is an evergreen conifer belonging to the pinaceae family, native to northern Europe, specifically Scandinavia. In its natural environment, it has a typically conical and pyramidal habit and can reach a height of 30 metres (98 feet 5 inches) or more in Eastern Europe. This species is traditionally used as a Christmas tree in Europe. It thrives in well-drained and moist soils and is happy in very low temperatures.
The 'Hana Subutus' variety, derived from this species, is a dwarf form with a compact, rounded, and laterally spreading habit. Its growth rate is very slow, growing only 2 to 4 cm (0.8 to 1.6 in) per year. It reaches a height of 30 to 40 cm and approximately 50 cm (19.7 in) in diameter. It produces short and tightly packed branches, densely covered with short and hard needles arranged in a brush-like manner. The reddish-brown winter buds, are highly decorative. Its young spring shoots are a very tender and bright green, then its foliage takes on a uniformly dark bluish-green hue. The root system of spruce trees is shallow and spreading, making them difficult to transplant when mature and particularly sensitive to wind.
The 'Hana Subutus' spruce, with its attractive habit, particularly reduced growth, low maintenance, and ease of cultivation, is a perfect plant for rockeries and terraces. It blends well with large stones, geometric lines, and masonry. It can be combined with columnar or upright dwarf conifers. The architectural qualities of conifers naturally shine in the design of a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of shapes, silhouettes, and textures over flowers. These plants structurally enhance flower beds, mark pathways and border terraces, easily replacing the strong presence of trimmed boxwood or holly. They also go well with heathers or ground cover plants such as aubrietas, cerastiums and shrubby salvias, or flowering shrubs. The key is to play with volumes and colours.
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Planting and care
Picea abies 'Hana Subutus' should be planted from September to November and from February to June in deep, well-drained, light, preferably neutral or slightly acidic, occasionally dry soil. A sandy, loamy or rocky soil with little limestone will be perfect. Choose a sunny, semi-shaded or even shady spot sheltered from prevailing winds. Soak the root ball well before planting. Add organic fertilizer during planting and water generously in the first years, and in case of prolonged drought. Apply a special conifer fertilizer every year in April and weed the soil in summer. This extremely hardy conifer dislikes heavy, waterlogged soils in winter. Pruning is not necessary as this plant expresses its full potential when left to grow freely.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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