Colorado Blue Spruce Tree

Picea pungens

Also known as: Colorado Blue Spruce

A popular choice for cold-climate privacy hedges

Tolerant of extreme cold and drought and adaptable to most soil types

Unique, silvery-blue foliage stands out in the landscape



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Sleek Silvery Hues on a Timeless Evergreen

Why Colorado Blue Spruce Trees?

With silvery blue-green tones year-round, a sleek pyramidal silhouette, and straightforward, no-nonsense care, the Colorado Blue Spruce Tree ticks all the boxes of a landscape must-have. Its columnar shape and stiff, crisp needles set it apart from other evergreen varieties. Not to mention that its deer resistant and drought tolerant! 

And when it comes to planting and care, the Colorado couldn’t be easier to maintain. This well-known beauty withstands wind better than most spruces because it boasts a widespread, deeper root system. Plus, it’s long-lived (seriously…it can last hundreds of years!) and provides food and shelter for graceful wildlife, like siskins, crossbills, and nuthatches.

Even better? It adapts well to a variety of soils, from acidic to clay, and requires normal moisture with moderate tolerance to drought. Also, with a manageable growth rate of 12 to 24 inches per year, it’s easy to acclimate to your landscape with its uniform growth and symmetrical branching.

Basically, the Colorado Blue Spruce Tree is not just your typical evergreen – especially since its needles are 95% blue. Whether you’re looking for an all-natural privacy screen or windbreak, these Spruces are ideal for planting in a row and are the best selection for container growing. A festive twist in the form of light brown, 3 to 4-inch cones concentrated in the upper crown makes it a delightful backyard beauty during the holidays and beyond.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

When you order from Fast Growing Trees, you get all of the benefits of the Colorado plus the promise of strong, healthy growth. Your Colorado leaves our nursery with a healthier, better-developed root system.

Many fast-growing trees aren't as strong, especially when they come from big-box stores. But your Colorado Blue Spruce is grown and nurtured for months ahead of shipping...and now, you reap the rewards with a tree that thrives season after season.

It's one of the most planted cultivars by professional landscapers for a reason. Is there anything better than a no-nonsense evergreen with the added perk of vibrant, unique beauty? Order a Colorado Blue Spruce Tree of your own today!

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Product Details

Mature Height:35-45 ft.
Mature Width:25-30 ft.
Sunlight:Full Sun, Partial Shade
Growth Rate:Moderate Growing
Botanical Name:Picea pungens
Does Not Ship To:AK, AZ, HI
Grows Well In Zones:2-7 outdoors
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Growing Zones: 2-7 outdoors

(hardy down to -40℉)

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etymomel
4/26/2026

Stunning Blue Spruce

This tree arrived beautifully packaged and in great shape in February ‘26. It was over 3” tall. With plenty of water it has been growing in leaps and bounds and is covered in new growth. The color is gorgeous.

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Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi! It’s wonderful to hear your Blue Spruce arrived in great shape and is already putting on new growth. That color really is something special. Sounds like it’s settling in nicely with your care!
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Dorothy M.
4/26/2026
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Looks great

The tree arrived in good shape, looks very healthy. A good size and was ready to be planted.

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Kevin L.
4/25/2026
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so far so good

so far so good

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Joy H.
4/20/2026
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Best online tree company to date

Last year I ordered several varieties from several online tree outlets. Fast Growing Trees sent the best tree starts with the best root system out of all of them. The trees accumulated easily and they look great this spring.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Joy! Thank you for choosing us as your go-to online tree company. We're delighted to hear that our tree starts exceeded your expectations. We look forward to providing you with more beautiful trees in the future!
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Margaret E.
4/17/2026
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Good shape!

They were delivered in good shape. Thank you!

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