Age / Size: P+2 / 12-16" · Height: 40-70 ft (12-21 m) · Spread: 15-25 ft (4.5-7.6 m) Crown shape: Symmetrical, narrow, pyramidal to conical with a spire-like crown Light: Full sun · Soil: Moist, well-drained, acidic · Moisture: Consistent moisture; not suited to heat and humidity · Zones: not stated by source · Growth rate: not stated by source Flowers / fruit: Cones appear upright on the branches in autumn Wildlife & landscape: Evergreen needles give structure and winter interest; a classic Christmas tree for its shape and needle retention Native range: Eastern Canada south through the Appalachian Mountains to West Virginia Cautions: Fairly problem-free. Balsam woolly adelgid, bark beetles, spruce budworm, aphids, bagworms, scale; cankers, heart rot, root rot, needle rust, twig blight. Intolerant of urban pollution. Crushed needles are aromatic. Source: NC State Extension Plant Toolbox
PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS: All Tree Sale orders are to be picked up at Farmstead Flats (6338 Lovers Lane, Portage, MI 49002) - on April 16th, 2026 (9am-5pm) and/or April 17th, 2026 (9am-12pm)

