Aureovariegata Black Spruce – Live Variegated Evergreen Conifer | 12 Inch Tall Plant | 1 Gallon Pot | Picea mariana Golden Spruce

Add brilliant year-round color and unique texture to your landscape with Aureovariegata Black Spruce, a rare variegated conifer prized for its striking golden-yellow and green foliage. This eye-catching Black Spruce cultivar combines the rugged hardiness of the species with vibrant variegation that brightens gardens through every season. Its upright conical form and dense irregular branching create a dramatic focal point for conifer collections, woodland gardens, foundation plantings, and mixed evergreen borders.

The soft short needles display beautiful golden highlights throughout the plant, especially when grown in full sun. Extremely cold hardy and adaptable to difficult soils, Aureovariegata thrives in moist acidic conditions where many other evergreens struggle. These healthy plants are shipped approximately 12 inches tall in 1 gallon nursery pots and are ready to thrive in the landscape.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Aureovariegata Black Spruce
✔️ Approximately 12 inches tall
✔️ 1 gallon pot plant
✔️ Variegated golden evergreen conifer
✔️ Healthy, rooted landscape plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Aureovariegata Black Spruce
Botanical Name: Picea mariana ‘Aureovariegata’
Plant Type: Evergreen conifer tree
Growth Stage: Established potted plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Moist, acidic, well-draining to boggy soil
Watering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist conditions
Mature Height: Approximately 10–15 feet
Mature Width: Approximately 5–8 feet
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
USDA Zones: 2–6
Container Friendly: Yes, when young and properly maintained

💡 Care Tip: Plant in full sun for the brightest golden variegation and healthiest growth. Mulching helps maintain soil moisture and cool root conditions, especially in warmer climates.