Picea mariana
Black Spruce, Bog Spruce, Swamp Spruce
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
9 - 17m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
High
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, Residential
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Some infrequent issues for shade trees include canker, spider mites and aphids. In forests and in much rarer instances for shade trees, spruce budworm can be destructive.
Management Notes
None of significance