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Sitka Spruce
FAMILY: PINACEAE
About Sitka Spruce at OSU's Landscape Plants site
- Native to the Pacific coast from southern Alaska to northern California.
- In the wild can reach over 300’.
- Foliage is evergreen, needle-like, sharp, and whitish beneath but green on top.
- Seed cones are 2-4” long and tan with papery scales.
- Bark is thin and scaly.
- Wood has good strength-to-weight ratio; used for musical instruments and the Spruce Goose.
- Not common in Portland (too far from its native range along the Oregon coast).
| Tree # | Location | Dimensions | Photo and Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 147 | Private, Side Yard | 130' Height 63' Spread 11.3' Circ. | This tree is at the south corner of the house. |