GREEN SPRUCE

Plant Name: Norway Spruce
Scientific Name: Picea abies — Norway Spruce, European Spruce, Common Spruce
Mature Height: 40–60 ft
Mature Spread: 25–30 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast (1–2 ft/year under favorable conditions)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate; 5–10 gal per watering while establishing, 2–3 times/week in hot, dry weather; 10–20 gal per watering once established during extended dry periods
Foliage: Dark green, stiff, four-sided needles; evergreen; branches develop graceful, drooping tips
Fall Color: Remains dark green year-round
Flower Color: Inconspicuous; reddish-pink female cones and yellowish male pollen cones
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruit: Long, hanging, cylindrical cones, approximately 4–6 in. long; green or purplish when young, turning brown when mature
Hardiness Zones: 3–7 (−40°F to 10°F)
Features: Large pyramidal evergreen; graceful drooping branchlets; useful for windbreaks, screening, and large landscapes
Additional Facts: Norway Spruce is native to Europe and prefers cool conditions, moist but well-drained soil, and consistent moisture. It can struggle with intense heat and dry summers in the Prescott area. Avoid waterlogged soil and provide deep irrigation during extended dry periods.