Evergold

Spruces have been utility plants in Minnesota landscape for years, but most of them are standard blue, Norway, black, or white spruces. Adventuresome gardeners should consider Picea mariana “Aurea” as a striking alternative. A relatively compact specimen, this delightful tree reaches 25′ with a 10′ spread and a graceful, somewhat open habit due to its elegant branching and very short needles. This plant resembles the Oriental spruce cultivar “Skylands” but with better hardiness and less susceptibility to winter dessication.