In nature, you’ll see several types of spruce trees (Picea spp.) that are beautiful, rugged evergreens capable of lasting ...

A thin section of a very well-preserved piece of Picea (spruce) driftwood. The tree’s anatomical details allowed Hole to identify and trace it.

If you want to add some height to your yard, then consider the Norway spruce (Picea abies), which can reach upwards of 70 feet. The tree grows very quickly, adding at least 2 to 3 feet per year ...