Picea abies 'Little Gem'

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Picea abies 'Little Gem' is a very small, slow-growing evergreen conifer that forms a tight, flattened mound close to the ground. Growth is measured and compact, with dense branching and short, dark green needles creating a firm, textured surface throughout the year. The plant does not develop an upright leader and may form a slight central dip as it matures, adding subtle character to its shape. Its naturally neat habit requires no pruning and remains stable over time. This variety is well suited to containers, rock gardens, and small planting spaces where long-term structure and minimal maintenance are required.

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Key Features

Plants by type
  • Shrubs
  • Conifers
Flower Colour
Eventual Height
  • 0.1-0.5m
Flowering Month
Planting Position
  • Full sun
Features
  • Evergreen
  • Low growing

How to care for Picea abies 'Little Gem'

Light:
Full sun to light shade; growth remains tight and even with good light.

Soil:
Moist but well-drained soil; tolerates a range of soils if drainage is adequate.

Water:
Water during establishment; established plants usually cope with normal rainfall.

Pruning:
Pruning is not required; remove only damaged growth if necessary.

Hardiness:
Fully hardy in UK conditions.

Feeding:
Feeding is rarely needed; a light spring mulch is sufficient on poor soils.

Notes

Dwarf evergreen conifer.

Extremely slow-growing.

Forms a very compact, flattened mound.

Often develops a shallow central depression with age.

Short, dark green needles packed densely.

Does not form a central leader.

Naturally tidy without training.

Ideal for rock gardens, troughs, and containers.

Provides year-round low-level structure.

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