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White Spruce
This conifer is a very hardy evergreen tree. The White Spruce tree, Picea glauca, has many common names including the Western White Spruce, Canadian Spruce, Alberta Spruce, Alberta White Spruce, Black Hills Spruce, Skunk Spruce, Cat Spruce, and Porsild Spruce. It makes a beautiful Christmas tree, ornamental specimen, when planted as a single, or it can be a steady windbreak when planted in rows. White Spruce trees can grow rapidly if placed in a well drained location and it is adaptable to many soil types. ... additional information
Native American Plum Wildlife are attracted to the sweet fruits. The 2 to 5 inch white flowers appear in early spring before the foliage appears. The fruits are perhaps better used for preserves and jellies. 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. Branches and twigs are an attractive dark reddish-brown. The leaves turn yellow to red in autumn for great fall color. |
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