Picea abies 'Echiniformis' is an excellent dwarf spruce for Oriental style and contemporary minimalist gardens. if planted in groups surrounded by gravel. It is also perfect for adding greenery to a rockery or alpine garden. Another planting option for this conifer is for it to be planted in lines along the front of borders, similar to box hedging but more informal and no time intensive pruning required. It has dark-green, evergreen foliage and is a slow growing and compact plant that once added to the garden requires zero maintenance. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 60cm (24).