Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Picea glauca var. densata
Mature Height: 20-25'
Mature Width: 15–20'
Recommended Spacing: 8–12'
Growth Rate: Moderate (12–18" per year)
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Adaptable; prefers moist, well-drained soil
Overview A hardy spruce with dense, dark green needles, Black Hills Spruce is a slower grower but forms a thick, uniform privacy screen. It's very cold-hardy and low-maintenance.
Best Uses
Windbreaks
Formal privacy rows
Tighter yards
Tips for Success
Mulch to retain moisture
Minimal shaping required