{"product_id":"spruce-montrose-charm-white-10gal-bl","title":"Spruce: 'Montrose Charm White' - 10Gal (Bl)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eA slow-growing, narrow to pyramidal evergreen with dense silvery-green needles. Maintains a tidy form with minimal pruning, making it ideal for smaller yards, windbreak accents, or sheltered garden spots. Its compact habit adds year-round structure and visual interest even in challenging prairie conditions.\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"802\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"804\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"764\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"807\" data-end=\"818\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e ~15–25 ft (4.5–7.5 m) over 15–20 years \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"873\" style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e ~4–8 ft (1.2–2.4 m). \u003cstrong data-start=\"918\" data-end=\"926\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/strong\u003e, ~6–10 inches (15–25 cm) per year in typical prairie conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1026\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun; will tolerate some afternoon shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1200\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1086\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral; amend heavy clay or alkaline soils with compost or peat moss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1363\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1203\" data-end=\"1216\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular during the first 3–5 years; drought-tolerant once established, but occasional deep watering in hot summers helps maintain needle density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1366\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal; remove dead\/damaged branches in early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1437\" data-end=\"1450\"\u003eMulching:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10 cm of organic mulch around base to retain moisture and protect roots from prairie temperature swings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1679\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1581\"\u003eWind protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in a partially sheltered spot if possible; young trees benefit from temporary wind breaks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1764\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1682\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eFertilization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Light spring application of slow-release evergreen fertilizer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1786\"\u003ePests\/Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally resistant; occasional needle cast or aphids possible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bylands Nurseries Ltd.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42053156470839,"sku":null,"price":240.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0265\/3306\/8855\/files\/download_7dc68095-5d01-4ed1-884f-ed9f463e0271.jpg?v=1767814247","url":"https:\/\/sherwood-greenhouse-and-gardencentre-ltd.myshopify.com\/products\/spruce-montrose-charm-white-10gal-bl","provider":"Sherwood Greenhouse and Garden Centre Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}