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Norway Spruce
The dense, dark green needles never get longer than 1". seedling. Norway Spruce trees, placed on a good site, should reach 5 ft. The Norway Spruce tree, Picea Abies, is a fast growing tree that can grow to 150 ft. It is highly valued as an ornamental and timber tree. apart. The branches of Norway Spruce trees droop gracefully as tree matures, making this a very attractive ornamental. in 6 to 7 years starting with a 2-yr. It is one of the best conifers for shelters and windbreaks, as its branches grow densely into one another. This evergreen conifer tree thrives well in average soil conditions, but prefers moisture in the soil to maintain its deep green color. For planting a windbreak, or for noise abatement, these trees should be planted 6 ft. ... details
Native American Plum The Native American Plum tree, Prunus americana, is also known as the Native Plum, Hedge Plum, Sloe or Wild Plum. This deciduous tree typically grows to 15-25' tall with a broad, spreading crown. As a shrub, it suckers freely and can form large colonies. The 2 to 5 inch white flowers appear in early spring before the foliage appears. Flowers are followed by edible, round, red plums with bright yellow pulp which ripen in early summer. This species is usually grown for ornamental value and not for fruit production, however. Although the plums can be eaten raw, the quality is somewhat poor. The fruits are perhaps better used for preserves and jellies. The leaves turn yellow to red in autumn for great fall color. Branches and twigs are an attractive dark reddish-brown. Wildlife are attracted to the sweet fruits. |
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