GENERAL INFO
The rarest spruce in the U.S., Brewer spruce is scattered across the Klamath Mountains of northwestern California and southern Oregon, often in isolated stands on high peaks. This long-lived species has a weeping canopy of dark green foliage and can reach heights over a hundred and fifty feet tall.
Native range: Oregon and California
Native range: Oregon and California
TREE CHARACTERISTICS
Tree Shape: ConicalFoliage Type: EvergreenMaximum Tree Height: 50 feetCanopy Width: 10-15 feetGrowth Rate: ~24 in/yearLeaf Arrangement and Leaf Form: Alternate, SimpleLeaf Shape: NeedleLeaf color: Dark GreenCones: Very Large Brown, Orange, Purple or Mostly Green ConePollen time: Fall or WinterBark Color: Red Brown, ScalyLitter Type: Dry Fruit
SITE CONDITIONS
Recommended Planting Area: Greater than 7'Water Use Rating: MediumSunset Climate Zone: 3 - 7, 14 - 17Shade Tolerance: NoUSDA Hardiness Zone: 6, 7, 8Soil Texture: Loam or Sand or ClaySoil pH: Very Acidic to Slightly AlkalineSalt Tolerance: Moderate
CONSIDERATIONS
Branch Strength: MediumRoot Damage Potential: HighPotential health issues: No known hazardsBiogenic Emissions: HighWildlife interactions: Attracts birdsDisease and Pest susceptibility: Sooty Mold and Aphids, Scales, Spider MitesUtility Friendly: No
External Resources
CITE THIS TREE
"SelecTree. UFEI. "Picea breweriana Tree Record." 1995-2025. Cal
Poly State University, San Luis Obispo. Accessed on Jul 5, 2025."
< https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/1015 >
< https://selectree.calpoly.edu/tree-detail/1015 >
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