Norway Spruce

Norway Spruce

(Picea Abies)

This tree can be found a few feet away from the stand of Eastern White Pines. It stands with 2 other spruces, also behind the soccer field and away from other trees.

Norway Spruce are native to Europe, but they have been naturalized here. They are huge, sturdy trees that develop fast for their size. They can be found in a wide variety of sites, they grow well with most other species. They prefer full sun and moist, acidic soil but they can handle dry areas well.

I think these trees are really beautiful overall and I have some great memories of an annual Christmas event that's held around a huge, old spruce in my town. They have long drooping branches full of dark green needles, making them great trees for breaking wind. Their bark is also very interesting, breaking apart into small scales with reddish-brown undertones.