Picea glauca (White spruce)
White spruce description:
Picea glauca, also known as white spruce, is an evergreen conifer tree that is native to North America. It typically grows to a height of 60 feet and a spread of 10-20 feet (3-6 meters), with a conical or pyramidal shape. The tree's bluish-green needles are four-sided and about 0.5-1 inch (1-2.5 cm) long, and its cones are light brown and cylindrical, growing to be 2-4 inches (5-10 cm) long. Picea glauca is a hardy tree that is tolerant of a range of soil types and conditions, making it a popular choice for landscaping and forestry. It is often used as a specimen tree, windbreak, or hedge..
Native Range:
White spruce is generally found natively in the Northern United States. It ranges from Idaho to Minnesota and all the way Eastward to Maine.
Standard Plant Information:
Plant Height: 60-80'
Bloom time: May
Preferred Habitat: Does well in full sun. Commonly found in Northern upland forests.