Christmas Tree, Norway Spruce. A conical conifer with needle-like, dark green leaves, produces deep green cones, turning brown. Max Height 20m to 40m. Max Spread 6m. Full sun. Hardy. Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser.
Picea abies
A conical conifer with needle-like, dark green leaves, produces deep green cones, turning brown.
Additional information
| Generic | Picea |
|---|---|
| Species | abies |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Christmas Tree, Norway Spruce |
| Flower Colour | |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 20m, 40m |
| Family | Pinaceae |
| Spread | 6m |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Conical |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Back-fill with soil mixed with peat substitute and a suitable fertiliser |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Woodland |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
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