Picea rubens
Red Spruce, Eastern Spruce, Yellow Spruce
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Evergreen
Height:
15 - 21m
Width:
5 - 8m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
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:
Low
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
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 spider mites, budworm and aphids.
Management Notes
None of significance