Spruce

Silvery blue Colorado spruce and deep green Norway spruce bring two distinct colors to dense, pyramidal evergreens. Stiff needles and strong structure hold up year round, especially in cold climates. They rank among the best choices for windbreaks, privacy screens, and Christmas tree plantings. Birds shelter and nest in the dense branches through every season. Spruce is one of the more forgiving conifers to grow from seed, often sprouting without pretreatment, though a short chill can help.