Red Spruce
Botanical Name: Picea rubens
Hardiness Zones: 2-5
Mature Height: 60-80'
Growth Rate: Slow
Seed Source: Eastern United States
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50mm Jiffy PlugAvailable: 2755 - Plug+2 Jumbo Husky Bare RootAvailable: 1451
- Plastic GallonAvailable: 1697
- Plantable Peat QuartAvailable: 864
- Plantable Peat GallonAvailable: 180
50mm Jiffy Plug
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SREAG502Y12 | 2 Y | 12 - 15" | 1704 |
| 5.06 | 4.84 | 4.18 | 3.52 | 3.30 | 3.08 |
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| SREAG502Y06 | 2 Y | 6 - 9" | 960 |
| 4.84 | 4.62 | 3.96 | 3.30 | 3.08 | 2.86 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SREAG502Y15 | 2 Y | 15 - 18" | 80 |
| 5.17 | 4.95 | 4.29 | 3.63 | 3.41 | 3.19 |
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| SREAG502Y09 | 2 Y | 9 - 12" | 11 |
| 4.95 | 4.73 | 4.07 | 3.41 | 3.19 | 2.97 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
Plug+2 Jumbo Husky Bare Root
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SREJX03 | 2 Y | 3 - 6" | 1451 |
| 5.18 | 5.10 | 4.49 | 3.43 | 3.13 | 2.97 |
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Plastic Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SREPL2Y18 | 2 Y | 18 - 24" | 1265 |
| 7.27 | 7.19 | 6.82 | 6.44 | 6.29 | 6.14 |
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| SREPL2Y12 | 2 Y | 12 - 15" | 432 |
| 7.05 | 6.97 | 6.60 | 6.22 | 6.07 | 5.92 |
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Plantable Peat Quart
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SREPQ4Y48 | 4 Y | 48" | 480 |
| 5.70 | 5.63 | 5.28 | 4.79 | 4.65 | 4.51 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
| SREPQ2Y18 | 2 Y | 18 - 24" | 384 |
| 5.52 | 5.45 | 5.10 | 4.61 | 4.47 | 4.33 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
Plantable Peat Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SREPG4Y48 | 4 Y | 48" | 180 |
| 7.45 | 7.37 | 7.00 | 6.62 | 6.47 | 6.32 |
Subtotal : $0 | ||||||||||
Notes
Picea rubens, commonly known as red spruce, is a species of spruce native to eastern North America. Red spruce distinguishes itself with a narrowly conical shape and a broader crown compared to its eastern spruce counterparts. The foliage presents as a vibrant yellow-green, which coats its needles.
Uses
This tree is used for windbreaks and Christmas trees. The wood is an excellent tonewood and is used to make a variety of wooden instruments.
Wildlife Value
The Red Spruce provides value for many birds and deer when it comes to nesting.
History & Lore
Decimated by the timber industry through the 1930's, the boreal red spruce forests are currently in restoration mode.
Hardiness Zones
2-5
Tree Type
Conifer
Tree Subtype
Spruce
Mature Height
60-80'
Mature Spread
20-25'
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Seed Source
Eastern United States
Sun Preference
Full to part sun
Soil PH Range
4.5-6
Soil Preference
Well drained acidic
Tolerant
Extreme cold
Intolerant
Drought
Diseases
Needlecast, root rot and canker
Pests
Gall adelgid, budworm
