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Picea smithiana/Himalayan Spruce, Morinda Spruce
Long, pendulous branches
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Long, pendulous branches
Developing cones on a handsome lawn specimen at the Vatican Gardens in Rome, Italy
Young, developing cones
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Scientific Name:
Picea smithiana
Common Name:
Himalayan Spruce, Morinda Spruce
Leaf Type:
Needleleaf
Hardiness Zone:
6, 7, 8
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Height:
30-50 feet
Spread:
10 - 15 feet
Fruit present:
Summer, Fall, Winter
Fruit color:
Brown
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Moderate
Water Requirement:
Low
Maintenance Level:
Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
No
Comments:
This spruce produces the longest needles of any spruce. Older plants have a somewhat weeping appearance because of the long, horizontal branches. The dark green needles are four-sides and not prickly. Purple cones ripen to shiny brown. Provide full sunlight and a well drained soil