Compact Dwarf Evergreen with Distinctive Nest-Like Form and Dark Green Needles
Bird's Nest Spruce is a popular dwarf evergreen featuring dense, dark green needles and a distinctive flat-topped, nest-like form with a natural depression in the center. This slow-growing conifer provides year-round structure, texture, and color with virtually no maintenance, making it one of the most versatile and reliable dwarf conifers for home landscapes.
Key Features
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Distinctive Nest-Like Form: Flat-topped with natural center depression
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Dense Dark Green Needles: Year-round evergreen color and texture
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Slow-Growing: Maintains compact form with minimal pruning
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Extremely Cold Hardy: Tolerates harsh winter conditions
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Low Maintenance: Virtually care-free once established
Growing Specifications
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Light: Full sun
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Mature Size: 3-5' tall x 4-6' wide
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Growth Rate: Slow (2-4" per year)
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Hardiness: Zones 3-7
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Type: Evergreen dwarf conifer
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Pruning: Minimal pruning needed to maintain shape
Landscape Uses
Perfect for rock gardens, foundation plantings, mixed borders, and containers. Works beautifully as an accent feature, in mass plantings, and in Asian-inspired gardens. Provides year-round structure and color. Pairs well with perennials, ornamental grasses, and other dwarf conifers.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature, keeping mulch away from the stem. Water regularly during establishment and dry periods. Fertilize in early spring with an evergreen fertilizer. Tolerates cold winters and adapts to various soil conditions. Avoid waterlogged soils.
For detailed planting instructions, visit our Proper Planting Directions page.
Pricing & Availability
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