Spruce trees belong to the pine family and the genus Picea, making them a key feature in many landscapes. Characterized by their short, rounded evergreen needles with spiked tips, these trees boast a conical shape and dense foliage that adds beauty to any environment. Their resilience and adaptability
make them a popular choice for both ornamental and practical uses.
They are native to the Northern Hemisphere's boreal snow forests and temperate regions.
Whether in a forest or your landscape, spruce trees bring a touch of nature's elegance.
Preferred soil conditions:
Moist, well drained organic soil types. Small amount of clay and sandy soil acceptable.
No standing water for lengths of time.
Mulch after planting and water as necessary for the first year and periods of drought thereafter.
Black Spruce (Picea mariana)
Black Spruce (Picea mariana) is a remarkable slow-growing tree native to northern North America. With its straight trunk and short, drooping branches adorned with dense blue-green needles, it showcases a unique beauty. Although it is shade tolerant, providing at least 6 of direct sunlight daily will ensure a fuller specimen. While it does not tolerate salt well, it can also survive in wetter environments, making it a versatile choice for various landscapes. It even earned nicknames like bog spruce or swamp spruce!
Black Spruce
(Picea mariana)
Zones: 2 - 8
Growth Rate: Slow/Moderate
Approximate mature size: 40' H x 20' W
Size available:
5 gallon pot, 3' - 4': $40.00
5 foot and higher field grown, balled and burlapped:
Not available this season.
***Please Note: All B&B trees are dug in the spring and fall when dormancy, weather conditions and field conditions allow. Pre-ordering is encouraged but not always necessary. Check with us for availability!
Just like many species, hybrids and unique variations can emerge naturally, whether from chance seedlings or genetic mutations known as "sports." These remarkable buds are often grafted onto a donor rootstock tree, leading to the stunning array of varieties we see today. You will find many variations! Colorful, weeping, dwarf...the list is huge!
Dive in to discover some of the variations within this species below!
Black Spruce 'Aureovariegata'
(Picea mariana 'Aureovariegata')
Discover the stunning Picea mariana 'Aureovariegata,' a true gem of the garden! With its thick blue-green needles highlighted by a golden cast! The more this beauty is in direct sunlight the greater the golden-yellow color on the top of the needles! This variety brings exquisite beauty to your landscape all year round. Whether in the vibrant summer or serene winter, its charm never disappoints. Enhance your outdoor space with this remarkable conifer!
Zones: 2 - 8
Growth Rate: Slow/Moderate
Approximate mature size: 20' H x 10' W
Size available:
10 gallon grow bag, 4' - 5': $250.00
5' - 6': $300.00
7' - 8' BB $440.00
Meyer's Spruce (Picea meyeri)
Picea myeri, commonly known as Chinese Spruce, Meyer's Spruce is becoming a popular alternative to the Colorado Spruce. With its impressive resistance to disease and strikingly similar form, texture, and color to Picea pungens, this conifer is a strong contender. Native to Russia and China, it features dense branches and bluish-green needles that provide exceptional strength, especially during winter. Adaptable to various soil types, it retains an almost perfect pyramidal shape with minimal pruning, giving it a well-groomed appearance effortlessly! Growing slowly its first few years, it then gains faster growth comparable to Colorado Spruce.
Meyer's Spruce
(Picea meyeri)
Zones: 2 - 8
Growth Rate: Slow/Moderate when young, Moderate after 5-8 years.
Approximate mature size: 45' H x 20' W
Size available:
1 gallon pot, 12" - 18": $50.00
5 foot and higher field grown, balled and burlapped:
Starting at: $30.00/foot
***Please Note: All B&B trees are dug in the spring and fall when dormancy, weather conditions and field conditions allow. Pre-ordering is encouraged but not always necessary. Check with us for availability!
Mongolian Spruce (Picea mongolica)
Mongolian Spruce (Picea mongolica) is another excellent substitute for Colorado Spruce, boasting impressive adaptability to various climates. This species features dense branching and a uniform, pyramidal shape making it a visually striking addition to any landscape. Our selected seed source ensures the production of the bluest specimens, adding to its charm. Reaching a maximum height 55 feet and width of 30 feet, this Asian beauty is certainly worth the space in your garden!
Mongolian Spruce
(Picea mongolica)
Zones: 2 - 8
Growth Rate: Moderate
Approximate mature size: 55' H x 30' W
Size available:
10 gallon grow bag, 2' - 3' : $125.00
Please note: We sometimes use computer generated images of the trees to depict the best presentation for our customers. Although we strive for the best representation we encourage you to search the internet for other pictures as well. Better yet...come see them in person! Afterall, pictures don't always do ANYONE justice...right?? ;)