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Picea abies

Norway Spruce

A tall, rapid-growing tree, used for windbreaks or as a specimen. The dark green needles are held on dense, upward arching branches that become pendulous with maturity. The large, seed-bearing cones are noteworthy.

  • »  Tall, fast-growing, pyramidal evergreen with upward arching branches
  • »  New shoots are light green, darkening through the season
  • »  Can be used as a specimen plant or for screening
  • »  Secondary branches become pendulous as the tree matures

2gal
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Fibre Pot
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$204.00
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$345.00
  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:2
  • Height:20-25 m
  • Spread:8-10 m
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Growth Rate
• Fast
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Drought Tolerant
• Evergreen
• Fruit
• Low Maintenance
Habit
• Pyramidal
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Landscape uses
• Hedge
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Picea abies

Large attractive cones are used as Christmas ornaments.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Picea abies

An excellent evergreen for large lawns, parks, or woodland areas, it can also provide an effective screen or windbreak in cold northern climates.