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Picea abies 'Cupressina'
Choose Columnar Norway Spruce if you need a tall evergreen screen in a narrower bed; the tradeoff is that it still becomes a real tree, not a hedge you can keep short forever.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A- | Its tight upright shape gives strong structure without the bulk of a standard spruce. |
| Growth Rate | B | It grows steadily, but buyers expecting instant privacy should start with larger plants. |
| Maintenance | B+ | It usually needs little shaping, though good spacing matters because it is not meant to be sheared hard. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer rarely bother this tree; it is a dependable choice where deer are a concern, though young trunks can still be rubbed. |
| Small Space Fit | B | It fits tighter spaces than regular Norway spruce, but it still needs room to mature. |
| Screening Value | A | Dense evergreen branching and a narrow habit make it one of the better spruce options for privacy rows. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend this when a customer wants privacy but does not have the width for a standard spruce row. Give it room from buildings and do not treat it like a clipped hedge.
| Botanical Name | Picea abies 'Cupressina' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Columnar Norway Spruce |
| Mature Height | 30-40 ft |
| Mature Width | 6-10 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 3a-7b |
| Spacing | 6-8 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Dry to average |
| Growth Habit | Upright, narrow columnar |
| Evergreen | Yes |
| Native | No (native to Europe) |
Yes compared with regular Norway spruce, but it still grows into a tall tree.
Yes, that is one of its best uses when the row has enough depth.
Not much; remove damaged growth and let the natural columnar shape do the work.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-12012
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The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
Very nice
Guys installed for me as well
Great job
Huge selection and fast delivery. All plants arrived in great condition.
Great prices and Unbelievable selection of big and small trees, shrubs, and flowering perennials! Nicest folks to work with. And local delivery is awesome! First time purchasing from this company, , and have already told friends, neighbors and family. The owner Chris is professional, knowledgeable, and yet laid back in a most friendly way. Mags in the office will help with any details. My all time BEST garden purchase EVER!
Progrowers was a great company to purchase from. Very fast delivery to my house. The tree seems to be in great condition and is so far doing really well!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
Good size but tree seemed to be root bound. Tree budding late August.
