Oriental Spruce (Picea Orientalis) is a perennial tree in the Pinaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 4-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Picea orientalis, or Oriental Spruce, is a slow-growing, dense, pyramidal evergreen conifer native to the Caucasus Mountains and northeastern Turkey.

Oriental Spruce

Oriental Spruce

Picea Orientalis

Picea orientalis, or Oriental Spruce, is a slow-growing, dense, pyramidal evergreen conifer native to the Caucasus Mountains and northeastern Turkey.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
4-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky, clay, other
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, windbreak

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Oriental Spruce

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Pinaceae
Genus:Picea