Norway Spruce (Picea abies)
Norway spruce (Picea abies) is a large conifer with a regular conical crown and dark green needles. It is used in parks, shelterbelts, large green spaces and as a living Christmas tree.
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Specifications
- Height: All sizes available
- Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
- Watering: Regular watering
- Soil: Acidic to neutral soil
- Frost resistance: Very frost hardy
Use in landscaping projects
Norway spruce is the classic conifer of hilly and mountain areas. In landscaping it is used in parks, shelterbelts against wind and snow, conifer groups and as a living Christmas tree in squares and courtyards. Its dense conical crown stays green all year.
Planting and spacing
It exceeds 25–30 m, so it needs space: as a specimen at least 5–6 m from buildings, in shelterbelts 2.5–4 m apart. It prefers a cool climate and acidic to neutral, moist, well-drained soils.
Care and maintenance
In lowland areas with hot, dry summers it needs regular watering and mulching, especially in the first years. No pruning is needed. It is very frost-hardy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Norway spruce suitable for lowland areas?
Yes, but in hot summers it needs regular watering; it does best in a cool climate on moist soils.
Can Norway spruce be used as a living Christmas tree?
Yes, its regular conical crown makes it very suitable for squares and courtyards.
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