Norway Spruce

Scientific Name
Picea abies
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Evergreen needles; graceful, pendulous branches.

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils; prefers slightly acid soil.

Notes

Norway Spruce is often planted in a site that does not provide adequate room for growth; not a tree for small yards.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
40.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Pyramidal; branches have a pendulous habit

Native Regions, Text

Europe

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Norway Spruce form
picID
3639
Image
Norway Spruce flowers (female)
picID
3640
Image
Norway Spruce cones
picID
3641
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
236