About this tree
Picea abies, or Norway spruce, is native to the mountainous and upland regions of northern and central Europe. It is one of the most common conifer species. This evergreen tree can grow up to 50 m tall, with a tall, narrow trunk and a conical shape. The tree’s needles are green and have a strong, distinctive aroma, while the cones are long and cylindrical, turning brown as they mature. The tree’s rapid growth rate and adaptability to different climates have also made it popular for commercial forestry. It has a long history of providing valuable timber for construction, furniture, and paper production. In the wild, the tree provides important habitat for birds and small mammals, particularly those that make use of its dense foliage and cones. Along with fir trees, it is widely used as a Christmas tree, thanks to its symmetrical shape and fragrant scent.