White Spruce (Bundle of 25)

$40.00

Description

Size: 7-15 / Age: 2-2 / Growth Rate: 13-24 per year. The White Spruce (Picea glauca) is a hardy, medium to large evergreen tree native to northern North America. It typically grows 40-60 feet tall, with some individuals reaching up to 100 feet in ideal conditions. The tree has a conical shape with a straight trunk and dense, horizontal branches that form a symmetrical crown. Its needles are short, stiff, and four-sided, ranging in color from bluish-green to silvery-green. White Spruce produces small, slender cones that release seeds that are an important food source for birds and small mammals. The bark is thin and scaly, grayish-brown in color, and often flakes off in small pieces as the tree matures. This species is highly adaptable, thriving in a variety of soil types, including sandy, rocky, and clay soils, though it prefers well-drained, moist conditions. It is cold-hardy and commonly found in boreal forests, where it is a dominant species. White spruce is valued for its rapid growth, durability, and versatility.