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As much as I've researched (and as long as I've grown) this tree, one would think I'd know WHAT this tree's genus, species and cultivar truly is! Even with internet search engines, volumes of data, etc., I have yet to see this tree adaquately described ANYWHERE. I did see a good photo of a branch with cones attached, however, there was no identifying information on what was being portrayed! So many sites seem obsessed with ads, their primary subject is in 6-8 point font, with generic information, and no meaningful data.
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Mar 27, 2006
It's a beautiful tree almost 35 feet in height, nicely shaped and very well adapted to the soil and local climate. I planted it about 20+ years ago as a bare rooted seedling, however there was no identifying tag. It was a part of the local conservation club's promotion of tree planting, and I wasn't about to quibble over the lack of a tag. Hopefully someone might see this post and offer an opinion. Meanwhile, I'll continue my quest locally to get it ID'd.
Mar 27, 2006
The cones are long (5-6") and cylindrical in shape. They hang onto the top branches for 1-2 years, and fall in windy weather. I am somewhat convinced (?) it probably is a spruce due to its needle structure and branch formations. Another clue is the cones hang vertically, and not upright. Note the notched scale tips; At first I thought it might be a Douglas-Fir, however the Douglas-Fir is not a true fir, and its cones have appendages attached to the scales.
Mar 27, 2006
This view shows a mature cone which has been inside the house for several days. It also has 'open' scales compared to the cone pictured above lying on the grass. It is approximately 5.5-6" in length. The twig shows the needle structure; however it does not show the slightly flattened needle shape. The twigs which have lost their needles have rough, bumpy surfaces.
Mar 27, 2006
This view shows the somewhat flattened nature of the needles.
Mar 28, 2006
Based on information from the Tree & Shrub Forum, websites and other information, I have concluded this is the Norway Spruce, Picea abies. It is the only one on the property of its kind. Thanks to everyone who helped ID this tree!
