De Ruyter Rare Dwarf Serbian Spruce Conifer Tree - Live Plant

Add rare elegance and year-round structure to your garden with the Picea omorika 'De Ruyter' – a unique, slow-growing dwarf Serbian spruce! With its rich green needles accented by silver-blue undersides and an attractive upright shape, ‘De Ruyter’ is a standout choice for collectors, rock gardens, foundation plantings, or compact landscapes. This uncommon cultivar of Picea omorika (Serbian spruce) is loved for its dense branching, slow growth habit, and stunning two-tone evergreen foliage that shimmers in the light. It offers a strong vertical accent without overwhelming nearby plants, making it a perfect focal point or specimen tree.

Key Features: 

• Rare Dwarf Conifer: A true collector's gem with a unique, upright form - a living sculpture in the landscape
• Slow Growing: Grows just 3–6 inches per year – perfect for small spaces or bonsai training
• Two-Tone Foliage: Dark green needles with silvery-blue undersides for year-round visual interest
• Low Maintenance: Adaptable to most soils, drought-tolerant once established and deer resistant
• Plant Type: Evergreen conifer
• Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Mature Size: 5-8 ft tall × 3-5 ft wide (after many years)
• Hardiness Zones: USDA 3-9 
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil 
• Watering: Moderate, water regularly in the first year, drought tolerant once established

Please Note:

**Each plant is unique and may vary slightly in size, color, or shape from the photos shown.

**All photos are representative of each plant's typical growth habit, color, & features and may not depict the exact crop available at time of purchase

**All trees are GRAFTED (unless otherwise noted in listing title)

Whether you're designing a low-maintenance landscape or curating a conifer collection, ‘De Ruyter’ is a fantastic choice. Its slow growth and compact form make it easy to maintain, while its distinctive color and texture provide year-round beauty. Elevate your landscape today with a living sculpture — the Picea omorika ‘De Ruyter’