Engelmann spruce (Picea engelmannii) plant — close-up photo
Easy to grow

Engelmann spruce

Picea engelmannii

Overview

Engelmann spruce (Picea engelmannii) is a coniferous tree native to the western United States and Canada. It is a tall, narrow evergreen tree, reaching heights of up to 113 feet and a trunk up to 4 feet wide. Its bark is gray and scaly, with short needles that start out silvery blue and darken to yellowish green as they age. Engelmann spruce is an important timber tree, used in the production of paper and pulp, musical instruments, and boat building. It is also an important wildlife habitat, providing shelter and food for numerous birds and mammals.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "7-10" days.

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Light

Full sun.

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Soil

Sandy Loamy Rocky

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 2-5.

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Pruning

Best pruned in March, April.

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Propagation

Seed Propagation, Cutting, Grafting Propagation, Layering Propagation, Tissue Culture

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