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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
$47.25
7gal
$165.00
Fibre Pot Low Inventory
$174.00
B&B in Container
$330.00
  • 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.