Picea abies
Norway Spruce
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
15 - 30m
Width:
8 - 9m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Sensitive
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Sensitive
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Some common issues for shade trees include canker, spider mites and scale. In forests and in much rarer instances for shade trees, spruce budworm can be destructive.
Management Notes
None of significance