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Picea abies 'Conica'

Sara Malone Zone 9b

11 years ago

I just bought one called Picea abies 'Konica'. When I go to look it up, I find several references to P. abies 'Conica' and the Encyclopedia of Conifers lists a P. abies 'Conica Elegans'. Are these all the same plant? If so, what is the correct name? I was attracted to this specimen as the tops of the branches appear dusted with gold and it allegedly does not burn in full sun here. And of course, I got a 'deal'! I would post a photo but I had to leave it at the nursery as was not headed home at the time.

Any thoughts?

Comments (2)

bobfincham
11 years ago
The plant is most likely Picea abies 'Konca'. Try that for a web search.

Bob
Sara Malone Zone 9b
Original Author
11 years ago
Bob I think you nailed it!
Sara
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