{"product_id":"norway-spruce","title":"Norway Spruce","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pageSummary\" class=\"layoutA\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNorway Spruce (picea abies) \u003c\/b\u003eis a fast-growing, classic evergreen that delivers instant privacy and a strong, natural look to any landscape. Known for its rich green needles and graceful, slightly drooping branch tips, it creates a soft yet full appearance that stands out from more rigid evergreens. Norway Spruce grows quickly—often 2–3 feet per year—making it an excellent choice for privacy screens, windbreaks, or large property borders. It thrives in full sun and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including clay, as long as drainage is adequate. Cold-hardy and low maintenance, this tree is perfect for homeowners and contractors looking for a reliable, affordable solution for fast coverage and long-term impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore About Norway Spruce picea abies\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy, fast growing evergreen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for a natural privacy screen look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage is a deep lustrous green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeer resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNorway Spruce Growing and Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As a large landscape tree, planning is crucial prior to planting. Measure the area where you want your hedge or row to determine the number of trees needed based on the length of the planting site.  This plant grows rather quickly and needs 16-20 feet between each tree for optimal growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eWater deeply after planting and keep soil consistently moist (not soaked) during first growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not a heavy feeder.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e No pruning necessary unless shaping or removing dead branches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 40-60 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 25-40 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: Privacy screen 16-20 Feet, stagger rows for a windbreak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNorway Spruce\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCharacteristics\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/span\u003e: Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCritter Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e: Deer Resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSoil Moisture\u003c\/span\u003e: Average Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAttributes\u003c\/span\u003e: Specimen, Drought Tolerant, Mass Planting, Cold Tolerant, Evergreen, Fast Growing, Great Foliage, Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFoliage Color\u003c\/span\u003e: Dark Green, Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHabit\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eUpright\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","offers":[{"title":"5-6'","offer_id":49016461459696,"sku":"Norway Spruce","price":240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5680\/9200\/files\/Norway-Spruce-Picea-abies.webp?v=1774033974","url":"https:\/\/hunterdontree.com\/products\/norway-spruce","provider":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}