About

Brewer’s Spruce

The Brewer’s spruce, known as Picea breweriana, is a rare and captivating evergreen tree native to coastal regions in California and Oregon. It stands out with its gracefully pendulous branches and striking appearance.
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The Appearance

A medium-sized evergreen conifer with a narrow, conical shape and drooping branchlets. It has dark green needles and produces small, cylindrical cones.


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The Produce

Brewer's Spruce produces small, cylindrical cones that are typically around 2 to 4 inches in length. The cones are pendulous, meaning they hang downward from the branches.


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The Flowers

Produces small, reddish flowers in spring, followed by small, cylindrical cones.


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The Leaves

The needles are typically sharp and stiff, about 1.5 to 3 centimetres long, with a dark green to bluish-green hue.


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The Bark

The bark is gray-brown and scaly, becoming more fissured with age.


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The Habitat

Prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Commonly found in mountainous regions and forests.


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The Ecology

Provides habitat and food for various wildlife, including birds and mammals. The dense foliage offers excellent cover.


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The Culture

Valued for its ornamental appeal and timber. Often planted in parks and large gardens.


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Fun Facts

Brewer’s Spruce is named after William Henry Brewer, an American botanist known for his exploration of the Sierra Nevada.

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