Western White Spruce
Picea glauca
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
medium
Size
600"–2400" H × 240"–600" W
Bloom
N/A
Native to
ME
Western white spruce is a large evergreen conifer that develops a classic pyramidal Christmas tree shape. This substantial tree provides year-round structure and screening but requires significant space to accommodate its mature size of 50-200 feet tall and 20-50 feet wide.
In an HOA neighborhood
Western White Spruce is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: backyard only, mid zone.
- Extremely large mature size may overwhelm typical residential lots
- Requires decades to reach full size
- May drop needles and small branches
Wildlife value
Provides nesting sites and shelter for birds, while seeds feed various wildlife including squirrels and songbirds.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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