White Spruce
(Canadian Spruce, Cat Spruce, Skunk Spruce)
Picea Glauca
A very hardy, tall, common native evergreen of New Brunswick with a natural range stretching across most of Canada. It can live to 200 years and is the provincial tree of Manitoba. Attractive bluish-green needles and greenish-grey twigs. An important timber tree in the forestry industry used to make many building products. Provides food and shelter for local wildlife.
Additional information
| Foliage | Evergreen, Coniferous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to New Brunswick, Native to North America |
| Height | Large (60-100ft) |
| Width | Narrow |
| Form | Pyramidal |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Longevity | Moderate (50 to 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 2, 3, 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Mostly Shade (slow growth), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Clay, Dry, Slightly Alkaline |
| Ornamental Interest | Form |
| Wildlife Value | Birds (fruits/seeds), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood) |
| Seed Collection | Personally in NB |
| Planting Considerations | Intolerant of Road Salt, Prone to Wind Damage, Shallow Roots |
