White spruce is a widespread iconic Canadian tree, common coast to coast in the boreal forests of North America. Its form is uniform in overall shape, with year-round stiff green to blue-green needles, and hanging cones.
Botanical Name: Picea glauca Family: PinaceaeEco benefits: medicinal Natural habitat: mountains, waters edge, inner forests, hillsides & uplands Shapes: conical, single trunk, upright Growth rate: medium Common uses: Christmas tree, reforestation, naturalized plantings Light: full sun Soil: moist and fertile, well drained