Also known as Yellow, West Virginia, and Eastern Spruce, this large evergreen tree grows 60 to 130 feet tall and bears small, 1 to 1 1/2-inch cones. Closely related to Black Spruce, this species is native to the northeastern U.S. and at high elevations in the southern Appalachian Mountains. It grows in full sun to shade, and in dry to moist, well-drained soils.
Also known as Canadian, Black Hills, or Skunk Spruce, this large evergreen tree reaches a height of 50 to 100 feet and a spread of 10 to 20 feet. Its seeds provide food for boreal bird species such as Evening Grosbeak and Red-breasted Nuthatch. Frequently used for the holidays, this tree grows in full sun to shade and dry to moist soils, and while susceptible to insect pests and root rot, it is highly tolerant to heat, wind, cold, and drought.
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