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Scientific Name for Norway Spruce

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Scientific Name for Norway Spruce

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The Norway spruce (Picea abies) achieves the fastest growth of any of the spruce family, reaching 60 feet high with a 25-foot spread at maturity. The Norway spruce's strong branches and dark green needles provide cover for a variety of wildlife, and make the tree useful as a windbreak.

Keywords: Norway spruce, Picea abies, spruce trees

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Gwen Bruno has been a full-time freelance writer since 2009, with her gardening-related articles appearing on DavesGarden. She is a former teacher and librarian, and she holds a bachelor's degree in education from Augustana College and master's degrees in education and library science from North Park University and the University of Wisconsin.