Sitka Spruce. A very fast growing afforestation tree unsuitable for the garden. Max Height 10m. Max Spread 4m. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Picea sitchensis
A very fast growing afforestation tree unsuitable for the garden.
Category: Conifers
Additional information
Generic | Picea |
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Species | sitchensis |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Sitka Spruce |
Flower Colour | |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 10m |
Family | Pinaceae |
Spread | 4m |
Growth Speed | Fast |
Growth Habit | Bushy, Conical |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year, Provide a deep winter mulch |
Border | Woodland |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Honey fungus, Red spider mite, Aphids, Adelgids |
Maintenance | Mulch, Feed |
Propagation | Seed |
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