Spruce Pine Seedlings

Spruce Pine seedlings are northern evergreens with whorls of sharp needles that grow in thick clusters.

Spruce pines grow best in zones 3 through 7, and like acidic sandy loam and partial shade. A personal screen, spruce pines are fast growing and reach a mature height of 40-50 feet. Once established, drought-tolerant spruce pines will attract wildlife to your property.

Spruce Pine seedlings are also known as Pinus Glabra. It is native to northern temperate regions. It will grow best in hardy in planting zones 3-7. The growth rate is typically 2-3 feet each year. These seedlings at maturity can reach 40-50 feet tall. The needles of this pine will be attached singly to the branches, unlike most pine trees where they grow in clusters. They tend to make a spiral and are typically sharp. These pine needles usually fall in about 4-10 years. Once the needles do fall, it will make the branches look rough. This can also help to distinguish it from other trees. It also produces cones that are smooth and have thin scales. Plant seedlings in a shaded area, not in full sun. The soil needs to be sandy loam that is more acidic and has organic matter mixed in.

They are drought tolerant and will develop brownish purple cones that will start to be seen in about ten years.

These usually grow in swamps and rivers. It likes milder winters and humid summers. This tree is not very susceptible to disease or even pest damage. It will be sure to bring a lot of different wildlife to your garden. This tree is used for many various reasons. It is used for timber inside homes. Spruce wood is the wood that was used in the first Wrights brothers’ aircraft. It is also used to make paper since is has long wood fibers which help make the article strong.