Wells Green Knight Oriental Spruce Tree

Picea orientalis 'Wells Green Knight' is a slow-growing, compact Oriental spruce with a narrow pyramidal outline. Oregon Pride describes short, dark green needles, while Glover Nursery notes that the new foliage is lighter before maturing to deep green. Both sources describe a small, upright selection suitable for gardens where a broad spruce would outgrow its space. [Oregon Pride Nurseries](https://www.oregonpridenurseries.com/picea-orientalis-wells-green-knight) · [Glover Nursery](https://glovercatalog.com/product/spruce-green-knight-oriental) · [Oregon State University](https://landscapeplants.oregonstate.edu/plants/picea-orientalis) ## Growing conditions Choose full sun and well-drained soil. Keep soil moderately moist during establishment and water during extended dry periods. Like other Oriental spruces, it benefits from protection against harsh winter winds. ## Landscape use Use this evergreen as a narrow accent in a foundation planting, conifer collection, or mixed border. Its layered branches and dense green needles provide year-round structure. Allow adequate clearance for the mature canopy instead of relying on frequent shearing to control its shape. ## Maintenance Water regularly through the first growing seasons, then adjust to site conditions. Maintain a mulch layer over the root zone without contacting the trunk. Prune only damaged or crossing branches, preserving the plant's central leader and naturally compact outline.