White Spruce
The White Spruce grows to a height of 6′ in about 8 years. It grows best in well drained soils and prefers full sunlight. It is used for display, ornamental purposes and as a wind break. When replanted it exhibits excellent resistance to heat and drought. The White Spruce grows uniform in shape and dense with little shearing.
The needles of a White Spruce are approximately 3/4″ in length. The needles are prickly to the touch. The color of a White Spruce varies slightly from tree to tree but is best described as being a light blue-green.
• Slow growing – grows 90′ tall
• Will reach 6′ in 6-7 years – starting with a 3 year seedling
• Stiff, short 1″ needles
• Light bluish – green color
• Thrives in full sun
• Well drained soil
• Can endure heat and drought
• Grows dense and symmetrical with light shearing
• Low maintenance
• Used as ornamental and windbreaks
Availability
• 3′ to 9′ live in burlap