Tiny Tower® Dwarf Alberta Spruce

Light Needs

Partial Sun to Full Sun

(At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)

Mature Height

4-6 Feet

Mature Spread

2 Feet

Growing Zones

3 to 8

Tiny Tower Dwarf Alberta Spruce brings refined structure to small spaces. Its naturally tight, pyramidal form and slow growth make it a set-and-forget evergreen for entries, patios, and modern beds. Bright spring needles mature to cool gray-green, adding clean texture all year.

This compact conifer stays neat without constant shearing and performs beautifully in containers or narrow planting strips. Use one as a living obelisk, pair two to frame a doorway, or group several for a low, formal accent that won’t outgrow its spot.

Tiny Tower Dwarf Alberta Spruce Care

Give 6–8 hours of direct sun; in hot-summer regions, provide light afternoon shade. Plant in moist, well-drained loam or sandy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.5–7.0). Water deeply when the top 1–2 inches are dry, especially the first 1–2 years; avoid soggy conditions. Mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch a few inches from the trunk. Feed lightly in early spring with a slow-release, balanced fertilizer formulated for evergreens.

Pruning is rarely needed—snip wayward tips after the spring flush and avoid cutting into old wood. Hardy in Zones 2–8; protect from drying winter winds where exposure is severe. Monitor for spider mites during hot, dry spells and hose off foliage periodically to discourage them.

Tiny Tower Dwarf Alberta Spruce Spacing

Specimen: allow 3–4 feet of width and plant 3–5 feet from walls, walks, or steps for airflow and easy maintenance. Hedge or formal row: space 30–36 inches on center; light tip-pruning once or twice a year maintains crisp outlines.

Containers: start with a 12–16 inch diameter pot (at least 12–14 inches deep) with large drainage holes; upsize to 18–20 inches as roots fill the container. Place pots where they receive strong light and are sheltered from harsh winter wind; rotate quarterly for even growth. No staking or trellis required.

Why Grow Tiny Tower Dwarf Alberta Spruce?

• Naturally dense, pyramidal habit that stays compact without heavy shearing
• Year-round color and fine texture for modern, formal, or cottage designs
• Container-friendly size for porches, patios, courtyards, and rooftop gardens
• Cold-hardy and low maintenance once established, with simple seasonal care
• Slow growth that won’t outpace tight urban or foundation plantings

Bring home a small but mighty evergreen that delivers tidy structure in every season. Tiny Tower makes it easy to frame entries, anchor containers, and add polished form wherever space is limited.