Picea omorika Beskid - Serbian Spruce
Picea omorika Beskid - Serbian Spruce
Picea omorika Beskid
Serbian Spruce
Excellent condition. Magnificent.
denis clément, 10/04/2016
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Description
Picea omorika 'Beskid' is one of the most interesting dwarf varieties of Serbian Spruce, still little known and very difficult to find. Growing very slowly, it has a round shape and forms a small, almost spherical bush. Its slender, slightly hairy branches resemble dense little brushes. The round silhouette is accompanied by short needles, green on the upper side and silver on the reverse. It is interesting in small gardens and large rockeries, and adapts very well to container cultivation. Original and sculptural, it is a very hardy small conifer, undemanding in cool climates, appreciating well-drained soils that are not too dry, and a sunny exposure.
Picea omorika, also known as Serbian Spruce, is a plant of the pinaceae family native to Bosnia and Serbia. It is a rare species, endemic to the Drina Valley (in Western and Eastern Serbia), although it can also be found in Bosnia-Herzegovina. In its harsh natural environment, this tree exceeds 30 m (98 ft 5 in) in height and has a narrow pyramidal shape and pendulous branches. This conifer is very tolerant of soil conditions and withstands pollution very well.
The 'Beskid' variety is a very rare dwarf conifer with a compact, spherical shape that forms a bush as wide as it is tall after many years. Its growth is very slow. At 10 years old, it will reach 60 to 80 cm (23.6 to 31.5 in) in all directions. It produces thin, flexible branches arranged in a bushy tuft. They are covered with aromatic, short, flattened needles, measuring 10 to 20 mm (0.4 to 0.8 in) in length and soft to the touch, arranged in dense brushes. They are dark blue-green on the upper side and have 2 white bands on the underside, which gives the foliage its silvery appearance.
The dwarf Serbian Spruce 'Beskid' deserves to be discovered and planted more in gardens. With its easy cultivation, distinct shape, and very compact growth, it is a perfect plant for small gardens, rockeries, and terraces. It thrives in many situations and adapts to various climates, as long as the soil is well-drained. This rounded plant goes well with large stones, geometric lines, and masonry. It can be associated with dwarf conifers with a prostrate (Juniperus horizontalis Blue Chip), columnar or pyramidal habit. The architectural qualities of conifers naturally impose themselves in the design of a contemporary garden, which prefers the aesthetics of shapes, silhouettes, and textures over flowers. These plants structurally define a planting bed, mark pathways and border the terrace, 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, as well as flowering shrubs. The key is to play with volumes and colours.
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Picea
omorika
Beskid
Pinaceae
Serbian Spruce
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Planting and care
Picea omorika 'Beskid' should be planted from September to November and from February to June in ordinary, well-drained, not too dry to moist, fertile soil. Sandy, humus-rich or rocky soil will be perfectly suitable. Choose a sunny or partially shaded location, sheltered from prevailing winds. In overly sunny and dry, or too hot and humid conditions, it will wither. Soak the root ball well before planting. Add organic fertilizer at 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 hardy conifer (down to -30°C (-22 °F) at least) dislikes heavy soil, waterlogged in winter. Pruning is usually not necessary. If unruly branches emerge from the bush, they should be removed, so that this plant can express its full potential.
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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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