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White Spruce

Picea Glauca

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Overview

White Spruce (Picea glauca), a hardy, North American native, thrives in USDA zones 2-6. Exhibiting a conical shape, it reaches 40 to 60 feet in height with a spread of 10 to 20 feet. Its needles, about 0.5 to 0.75 inches long, offer year-round color. Suited for privacy screens, its moderate growth rate and adaptability to various soils make it ideal for diverse landscapes. Tolerant of cold, this evergreen prefers full sun.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 2–6Climate Alpine
White Spruce (Picea Glauca) — White Spruce (Picea glauca), a hardy, North American native, thrives in USDA zones 2-6

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
2–6

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Pinaceae
Climate
Alpine

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White Spruce (Picea Glauca) — conifer / tree for full

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