Tree Descriptions
Norway Spruce (Picea abies)
| Height: | 60-90’ |
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| Width: | 24-35’ |
| Growth Rate: | moderately fast |
| Soil: | clay, loam |
| Moisture: | moist |
| Shade Tolerance: | sun |
| Bloom Time: | N/A |
| Flower Color: | N/A |
| Uses: | wildlife, windbreak, ornamental |
| Spacing: | minimum 10’ x 10’ |
| Habitat: | Prefers full sun but will tolerate some shade. Grows best on rich, moist well drained soils, but does well on a variety of sites. Sensitive to salt, heat and drought. |
| Notes: | Susceptible to drought and late frost, salt sensitive |
Norway spruce is native to Europe but generally grows faster than our native spruces. These trees have a pleasing, conical or spire-like form, with pendulous branches, which distinguish it from other spruces. Norway spruce transplants easily. Used for windbreaks and wildlife.
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