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A large tree, very dense and pyramidal when young. Not as drought tolerant as Colorado Spruce. Black Hills Spruce is a naturally occurring variety of white spruce native to South Dakota. Better adapted than White Spruce (Picea glauca) which is native in the eastern United States, as far west as Minnesota. The largest spruce tree in North Dakota is 95 feet tall with a canopy spread of 42 feet.

Black Hills Spruce

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  •  Soil Texture - Grows best on moist loams.

    Soil pH - 4.0 to 7.5.

    Windbreak Suitability Group - 1, 3, 4, 5.

    Cold Hardiness USDA Zone 2.

    Water Fairly drought resistant. Needs additional moisture during droughts.

    Light Full sun

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