Blue spruce is one of the most attractive conifers that complements many parks and garden areas. This tree attracts attention with the unusual color of its needles and the interesting arrangement of its branches, which are directed clearly upward. In addition, the culture exudes a pleasant aroma and looks very majestic. Therefore, the use of blue spruce trees in landscape design has become widespread.
Description of the tree
Blue spruce is characterized by a beautiful cone-shaped shape. Moreover, this crop can reach 40 meters in height.Under natural conditions, the plant is found near rivers and small streams, as it needs good soil moisture. Calcareous and dry types of soil are not suitable for normal growth and development of the crop. Also, this variety of spruce develops well in urban conditions, since it tolerates air pollution well.
In order for the plant to maintain its decorative properties, it needs to be watered regularly. In winter, the branches of the crop need to be tied up so that they do not break under the weight of a dense layer of snow. Also, in cold weather, it is recommended to wrap the plants in natural cotton material, which will provide reliable protection for the shoots from the sun.
Thanks to active selection, it was possible to create many blue spruce varieties. The most popular species is Glauka. It is characterized by high crown density, blue color and flexible needles. The older the plant, the more saturated the shade it has. The culture withstands pruning and crown formation well. Therefore, it is often used in landscape design to create hedges.
Why are spruces used in design?
Such spruce trees are often used in landscape design. This is due to their decorative properties. These plants also have other benefits:
- saturating the air with a pleasant pine aroma;
- air purification due to the release of useful substances;
- the possibility of using cones for decoration;
- the possibility of using fallen needles for various garden crops.
How best to plant an ornamental spruce
The creation of garden compositions involving blue spruce is characterized by a number of features. It is important to consider the location of this crop.
In the garden
When designing a garden landscape, the following nuances must be taken into account:
- Consider the distance from the garden composition to the place from where it will look good. It should be at least 2 times the height of the plants.
- Using a lawn as a background will be an added advantage as it will help create an unusual composition.
- Compositions of blue spruce trees are in perfect harmony with each other. They can also be combined with other trees and shrubs.
- It is recommended to place the largest plants on the side of the diagram. In this case, low crops should be placed near the base of the flower bed.
- Don't try to achieve perfect geometric clarity. Curves will help give the composition a unique beauty.
Coniferous trees respond well to pruning. Therefore, getting an individual composition from them will not be difficult. Landscape designers use such plants to organize hedges. It can be placed in the shape of a square or circle.
Near the house
Blue spruce trees are often placed along the path that leads to the entrance to the house. In addition, such plants are suitable for creating decorative compositions. They will make the site much more attractive.
To do this, coniferous trees need to be planted in several rows, placed in a checkerboard pattern. Thanks to this, after a few years it will be possible to obtain a strong fence that will provide reliable protection from prying eyes.
In the flowerbed
Before growing conifers in the form of a flower bed, it is important to choose a place and draw up a diagram. Only well-lit areas are suitable for such plants. Thanks to this, you can get a beautiful color scheme. The fact is that each coniferous crop has a unique color. Therefore, to create a composition it is worth using several colors. At the same time, it is important to remember a sense of proportion so that the ensemble does not look too colorful.
When planting fir trees in flower beds, it is permissible to use various schemes. The most popular options include the following:
- Modest scheme - involves the use of a maximum of 3 crops. In this case, it is worth placing juniper in front.
- Tiered composition - this scheme includes 3 levels.
- Forest landscape - larches and ferns should be included in the ensemble.
Coniferous trees should be located in the central part of the garden or along the edges. When choosing spruce trees for planting, it is recommended to take into account their size and height in order to avoid problems later. Trees that are too tall will cover other plants, which will disrupt the overall composition.
Also, experts do not recommend placing spruce trees close to the house, since dense shoots block the flow of sunlight. Since spruce trees are able to purify the air, they are recommended to be grown near gazebos or garden paths. In addition, conifers combine harmoniously with other trees, which helps to decorate the site in an interesting way.
Blue spruce is a popular garden crop that fits into a variety of decorative compositions. To get an attractive ensemble, you need to adhere to a number of rules and schemes.To make the space more original, it is worth combining dwarf and tall conifers.
