{"product_id":"montgomery-blue-spruce-tree","title":"Montgomery Blue Spruce Tree - Picea pungens 'Montgomery'","description":"\u003ch3\u003eMontgomery Blue Spruce Tree (Picea pungens 'Montgomery')\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Montgomery Blue Spruce is a stunning conifer known for its silvery-blue foliage and naturally symmetrical growth habit. This cold-hardy evergreen maintains its striking color year-round and serves as an excellent focal point or privacy screen in residential landscapes. When you buy Montgomery Blue Spruce online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a beautiful, low-maintenance tree that will enhance your outdoor space for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis spruce works beautifully as a specimen tree, foundation planting, or windbreak in open gardens and larger yards. Its dense branching structure provides excellent screening for privacy purposes when spaced appropriately. The tree thrives in full sun locations and adapts to various soil conditions, making it versatile for many landscape designs across different regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 25–30 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 12–15 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003eWater: Regular during establishment\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining; tolerates clay, loam, and sandy soils\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 3–8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Distinctive blue-gray needle color provides year-round visual interest\u003cbr\u003e• Compact, pyramidal shape requires minimal pruning and shaping\u003cbr\u003e• Tough and weather-resistant, standing up to harsh conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Creates effective windbreaks and natural privacy screens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelect a spot receiving plenty of direct sunlight and prepare soil that drains well. Dig a planting hole slightly shallower than the root ball and at least twice as wide, then apply 3–4 inches of mulch around the base to conserve moisture. Water deeply once weekly during the first growing season, adjusting frequency during hot summer months by checking soil moisture at 1 inch depth. Space multiple trees 10–20 feet apart for privacy screening. A spring application of balanced, slow-release fertilizer supports vigorous growth and enhances foliage coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":45814262169786,"sku":"30226","price":536.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/montgomery-blue-spruce-tree_e5ad3975-f73e-4da7-abac-ae1bf6e3deaf.jpg?v=1777509750","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/montgomery-blue-spruce-tree","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}