Low maintenance, slow growing and long lived. This species grows steadily for approximately 300 years!
Native to Colorado
Full sun is best. Tolerant of many types of soil but this species thrives in full sun and moist/well drained soils
Growth Form: conical to spirelike
Crown Density: dense
Size: 70-90 feet high
15-30 foot spread
Drought Resistance: very good
Cold Hardiness: excellent
Growth Rate: slow
Life Span: long
Elevation Range: 8,000 to 11,000 feet
Possible Insect Problems: spruce bark beetle, spruce budworm
Possible Disease Problems: root rot, spruce broom rust
Wildlife Value: high: food value for grouse and songbirds; browse for deer and elk
Seasonal Color: evergreen
