Black Hills Spruce

A Gorgeous Evergreen Tree That Will Thrive In Your Yard

The Black Hills Spruce is a superior spruce tree. Popular for its dense, pyramidal shape, this tree is a favorite among spruce lovers in zones 2-6. A cousin of the White Spruce, the Black Hills Spruce is often called "ornamentally superior" because of its thick uniform shape. 

Poor soil and bad weather is no match for the strength of this tree. Spruces are tolerant trees, but the Black Hills Spruce is the most tolerant of the worst conditions. Of course, every Spruce can stand up to a rough winter, but this tree can survive unusually hot summers far better than other spruces. Tolerant of drought and rain exceeding 10" per year, the Black Hills Spruce can also grow in dry or wet soils. 

This is a tree for a lifetime. Sometimes living over 80 years and growing to heights of 60', this majestic tree will stand out in your landscape. For the rest of your life, your family will enjoy the shade the Black Hills Spruce provides in the summer and the ornamental value it provides all year around.

Your snowy, winter landscape will look incredible with a Black Hills Spruce. The dense, blue-green to dark green needles of this tree look beautiful contrasted against pure, white snow. The full, thick branches will bring distinction to your yard as they stand out against the bare branches of your other trees.

This tree looks great as a backdrop for smaller, colorful plants.  In the springtime and summer, you can add even more contrast to your yard by placing a row of Black Hills Spruces behind smaller, floral plants. The height, shape and color will all complement your flowers, fruits and bright foliage. 

The density of the branches makes this tree a perfect privacy fence.  By planting several in a row, you can create a grand and ornamental fence that serves two functions. Not only will you create secure privacy, you'll add beauty and interest to your yard. Welcoming to those guests you invite over and a deterrent for those you don’t, the Black Hills Spruce is an excellent choice for a natural privacy fence.

The Black Hills Spruce is great for holiday decorations. Whether you want to grow your own Christmas tree or simply decorate it in the yard during the holiday season, you'll appreciate the nostalgia and familiarity this tree brings to you during winter. You can even use the pinecones for wreath making or holiday crafts with the kids. You'll find plenty of uses for your Black Hills Spruce.

The Black Hills Spruce becomes more popular each year. As more and more people discover how many great things this tree can bring to their life, this spruce grows in popularity. It’s so easy to care for and serves so many purposes, you're probably beginning to wonder why you don't already have one or a few in your life.