Serbian spruce 'Aurea' (Picea omorika 'Aurea')

Serbian spruce 'Aurea'

Also known as: Omorica 'Aurea'

The serbian spruce 'Aurea' is a cultivar in the pine family and is a variety of spruce trees. Its needles are blue, green, and gold, making it unique from other pine trees. It is also known as the Golden Serbian Spruce, likely due to its golden needles. Aurea is also Latin for gold.

Scientific classification

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Perennial

Lifespan

Tree

Plant Type

Spring, Early summer

Bloom Time

8 m to 9 m

Plant Height

4.5 m to 6 m

Spread

Yellow, Green, Silver

Leaf Color

2.5 cm to 8 cm

Flower Size

Care Guide for Serbian spruce 'Aurea'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 25 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: After transplanting serbian spruce 'Aurea', water 5-7 times, once every 5-7 days, using a rooting powder mix. Keep the soil moist without standing water to prevent root rot. Generally, water every 10 days and adjust frequency if leaves soften or droop, considering weather conditions.

Fertilize: Before transplanting serbian spruce 'Aurea', apply base fertilizers for prolonged nutrient supply. In the first year, fertilize bi-weekly with nitrogen and phosphorus; use potassium in fall. After maturity, limit fertilization to spring and summer. Organic fertilizers are recommended for optimal growth and soil health. Water if soil dries post-fertilization.

Pruning: Serbian spruce 'Aurea' features golden-yellow foliage and benefits from early to late winter pruning. Remove dead and crossing branches to promote healthy growth and maintain shape, focusing on thinning. Regular pruning enhances density and reduces disease risk, ensuring serbian spruce 'Aurea' remains attractive and healthy.

Propagation: To propagate serbian spruce 'Aurea' by cutting, select robust year-old branches in summer, cutting 10-20 cm lengths. Dip in a rooting solution and plant in sterilized, moist soil, spaced 20-30 cm apart. Keep the soil moist and transplant outdoors by early spring once rooted.

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