Sitka Spruce – Picea sitchensis

A highly productive conifer with dense, bright green foliage.

Sitka Spruce is a fast-growing evergreen that can thrive in both wet and dry environments. Its broad canopy and dense foliage make it an ideal choice for timber production and landscaping.

 

  • Common Name: Sitka Spruce
  • Height (ft): 80-120
  • Age (years): 200-600
  • Weight (tons): 10-30
  • Leaf Shape: Needle-like
  • Photosynthesis: High
  • Wood Density: Low
  • Root Depth (ft): 20-50
  • Canopy Coverage (feet): 5-10
  • Branch Structure: Upright
  • Growth Rate (ft/year): 3-4
  • Leaf Lifespan (months): 1-2
  • Sap Flow: Yes
  • Fungal Connections: No
  • Pollen Production: Yes
  • Scientific Name: Picea sitchensis