Red Spruce (picea rubens)

This tree can be found along a small deer trail behind several homes in Burnham, ME. The Red Spruce can grow up to 80 feet in height and 1-2 feet in diameter. Mature trees have a thick reddish-brown bark. The Red Spruce is very tolerant of shade and will grow in the understory of mixed stands. It grows in rocky, well-drained soils and is often found on the north side of mountain slopes. Leaves are dark green with a yellow tint and are approximately half an inch long. I chose to include this tree as it stood out to me due to its size and particularly thick bark.