{"product_id":"aureovariegata-black-spruce-live-variegated-evergreen-conifer-12-inch-tall-plant-1-gallon-pot-picea-mariana-golden-spruce","title":"Aureovariegata Black Spruce – Variegated Evergreen Conifer in 1 Gallon Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAdd 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 Black Spruce cultivar combines rugged hardiness 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe soft short needles display beautiful golden highlights, 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 live Aureovariegata Black Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 12 inches tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 gallon pot plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVariegated golden evergreen conifer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy, rooted landscape plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging for safe arrival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Aureovariegata Black Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Picea mariana ‘Aureovariegata’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Evergreen conifer tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Established potted plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Moist, acidic, well-draining to boggy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate; prefers evenly moist conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 10–15 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Width: Approximately 5–8 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Rate: Slow to moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 2–6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContainer Friendly: Yes, when young and properly maintained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun for the brightest golden variegation and healthiest growth. Mulching helps maintain soil moisture and cool root conditions, especially in warmer climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"MikesPlants","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499593756804,"sku":null,"price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_20_bd3ef336-2240-4ffc-ab80-3f1dbdf0460e.jpg?v=1783659676","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/aureovariegata-black-spruce-live-variegated-evergreen-conifer-12-inch-tall-plant-1-gallon-pot-picea-mariana-golden-spruce","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}