Picea abies

Common Name

Norway Spruce

Scientific Name

Picea abies

Hardiness Zone

3b [-30 to -35]

Tolerances

Drought

Moderate

Moderate

Poor Drainage

Moderate

Moderate

Alkaline Soil

Moderate

Moderate

Salt

Intolerant

Intolerant

Shade

Moderate

Moderate

Air Pollution

Tolerant

Tolerant

Soil Volume

15

Planting Area

  • Large

Features of Interest

  • Fruit

    Fruit

  • Evergreen

  • Winter Interest

    Winter Interest

Form

pyramidal

Pyramidal

Mature Height

60 feet

Crown Spread

30 feet

Limitations

  • Litter/sanitation nuisance
  • Prone to insect/disease

Additional Information

Reserve for large areas. Performs best in well-drained, sandy soils. Prune in spring.