Sitka Spruce Live Tree – 24–36 Inches Tall, 2-Year-Old Potted Conifer

Add an impressive evergreen to your landscape with Sitka Spruce (Picea sitchensis), a fast-growing conifer native to the coastal regions of the Pacific Northwest. Known for its majestic size, straight trunk, conical crown, and dense green foliage, Sitka Spruce is valued as a landscape tree, windbreak, and timber species.

Available now: Each tree is approximately 24–36 inches tall, 2 years old, and grown in a pot.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Picea sitchensis

• Common name: Sitka Spruce

• Age: 2 years old

• Shipping size: Approximately 24–36 inches tall

• Plant type: Evergreen conifer

• Growth rate: Fast-growing

• Native region: Coastal Pacific Northwest of North America

• Soil preference: Well-drained, acidic soil

• Moisture: Prefers consistent moisture, especially while establishing

Appearance and Growth

Sitka Spruce develops a straight, columnar trunk and a conical crown. Its vibrant green, sharply pointed needles grow spirally along the branches, creating a dense evergreen appearance.

In its natural environment, this impressive species can reach heights of up to 200 feet. Allow plenty of room for its mature growth when selecting a planting location.

Landscape and Practical Uses

Sitka Spruce is valued for several uses:

• Windbreaks: A tall evergreen option for suitable landscape settings.

• Landscape planting: An impressive conifer for spacious properties.

• Wildlife habitat: Dense evergreen branches can provide shelter for wildlife.

• Timber: Its versatile wood is used in construction, boat building, and musical instrument-making.

Growing Instructions

Sitka Spruce grows best in cool, moist conditions similar to its native coastal habitat.

• Choose a location with well-drained, acidic soil.

• Maintain adequate soil moisture, especially during establishment.

• Provide ample space for its eventual size.

• Avoid planting where the soil remains poorly drained.

If you plan to keep the tree in a container for one season before planting, we recommend our General Purpose Greenhouse Potting Soil Mix.

Shipping Information

• Plant size: 24–36 inches tall

• Plant age: 2 years

• Shipping method: UPS 3 Day

• Free shipping: Available to most locations

• Shipping exclusions or surcharges: PO Boxes, Alaska, Hawaii, APO addresses, U.S. territories, and remote locations may require a freight surcharge or may not be eligible for standard shipping. Please contact us before ordering if you are unsure.

We can ship to all states, subject to the shipping limitations and surcharges above.

Weather and Plant Quality

If temperatures at the shipping destination are warmer than 89°F or colder than 20°F, we will hold the order until temperatures improve.

All plants are inspected for quality before shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if yours arrives damaged, please contact us promptly and include photos of the package and plant so we can help resolve the issue.

For larger quantities, please message us for pricing. If you have questions about shipping or planting before ordering, feel free to contact us.