Norway spruce

Norway spruce (Picea abies 'Clanbrassiliana Stricta') should be watered thoroughly once a week. When watering, it is important to ensure that the soil is evenly moist throughout the root zone, so that water is distributed evenly to the entire root system. The soil should be saturated but not soggy or overly wet. Water in early morning or later in the evening whenever possible to avoid excessive evaporation and leaves getting sunburned. Additionally, the plant should be fertilized regularly with a high-quality slow-release fertilizer in spring.

The Norway spruce is an evergreen tree species native to the taiga region of northern Europe. It requires full sun, meaning that it requires a minimum of 5-6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Plant it in a location that is not shaded by buildings or other trees, since these can severely hamper the growth of the Norway Spruce. For best results, plant it in direct sunlight in the early morning or late afternoon during the summer months. During the winter, when the sun is low in the sky, it will receive the necessary 5-6 hours even in partial shade situations.

Pruning of Norway Spruce trees should be done annually in late winter or early spring before new growth starts; this will help reduce growth and encourage branching. Pruning can be done by removing dead, diseased, or damaged branches, and by selectively removing branch tips to lightly shape the overall form of the tree. Always prune back to a lateral branch, never leaving a stump. To reduce the likelihood of stroke-back, limit pruning to 1/3 of the tree's branches in any given year, and avoid topping trees.