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Picea abies 'Inversa'



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Picea abies 'Inversa'
Inversa Norway spruce

A very unusual weeping form with a habit that is much dependent upon training. The plant can take a variety of shapes ranging from a large stuffed animal to a medium weeping tree somewhat reminiscent of Spanish moss-covered trees of the South.

Habit:Weeping, densely branched tree with a variable habit and glossy green foliage. The main and secondary branches are pendulous and somewhat reminiscent of Spanish moss.
Size:15-30' high
Family:Pinaceae

 
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