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Northwest Conifers

Norway Spruce  – Picea abies

Tree


Norway spruce is a popular ornamental tree, easily recognized by its large cones, which are about twice the size of Sitka spruce and Engelmann spruce. The needles and bark look much like other spruces.

Where it grows: Throughout Europe, but only at higher elevations in the south.

Norway spruce at Hoyt Arboretum.

Bark

Branch

Seed & Pollen cones

Seed cone



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