Trees
Picea abies
Norway spruce
Norway spruce is a large, fast-growing evergreen with a conical outline and branches that become more pendulous with age. Long hanging cones and green needles give mature trees a recognizable woodland character. It is best suited to cool-summer landscapes with room for a substantial crown, rather than hot, dry or poorly drained locations.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Size
- Height: 40–60 ft · Width: 25–30 ft
- Water
- Moderately moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness
- USDA zones 2–7; prefers cool summers
Sizes & prices
- 4'$199.99
- 5'$249.99
- 6'$299.99
- 7'$349.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Landscape use & tree form
- Form
- Dense conical to pyramidal
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Use
- Large specimen; screen or windbreak in cool climates
Resistance & tolerances
- Deer
- Species is listed as resistant; young plants can still need protection.
- Drought
- Dislikes hot, dry summers.
- Wet soil
- Intolerant of wet feet; good drainage is important.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Pollinators & wildlife
- Birds
- Attracted to this plant
- Evidence
- Species-level guidance; cultivar habitat value varies.
Seasonal interest
- Foliage
- Evergreen; green
- Cones
- The parent species bears hanging cones about 4–6 in long; cultivar cone production varies.
Growing & care
- Soil
- Moist, acidic, well-drained soil; sandy soil is suitable.
- Pruning
- Preserve the leader and natural branching. If shortening is necessary, cut younger portions of branches in early spring; avoid bare old wood.
- Siting
- Avoid hot, dry sites and poorly drained soil.
- Issues
- Hot, dry sites increase stress. Watch for mites, aphids, bagworms, needle cast and canker.
Sources & photo credits
University of Minnesota Extension
Photo: Borealis55 · Public domain
Image notes: Single Norway spruce in Russia. Photo: Borealis55 / Wikimedia Commons, public domain. Wikimedia 960 px thumbnail; no other edits. photograph, not current inventory.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.