Picea omorika 'Riverside' Serbian Spruce shade tree Japanese Katsura Tree

Japanese Katsura Tree

then to a green-red by late summer

'Aka hosada' may reach 10-12 ft in height in 10 years

Osmanthus fragrans

Picea omorika 'Riverside' Serbian Spruce shade tree Japanese Katsura TreePicea omorika 'Riverside' Rare Serbian Spruce Zones 4 7 Picea omorika 'Riverside,' or Serbian Spruce 'Riverside,' is a standout cultivar known for its narrow, upright form. Its needles display a striking two tone color, with dark green on top and silver blue undersides, adding visual interest and contrast to the landscape. This spruce thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to different soil types, as long as they are well drained.