​Growth Form: Conical
Crown Density: Dense
Size: 60-100’ high; 15-35’ spread
Drought Resistance: Fair
Cold Hardiness: Excellent
Growth Rate: Slow
Life Span: Long
Elevational Range: to 9,500’
Soil Conditions: Fair alkaline tolerance
Possible Insect Problems: Pine Needle Scale, Tussock Moth, Terminal Weevil, Gall Aphids
Possible Disease Problems: Valsa Canker, Spruce Witches’ Broom
Wildlife Value: High; benefits song birds, ground birds, grouse, hoofed and small browsers
Seasonal Color: Bluish evergreen
Miscellany: Native; Colorado’s state tree; high ornamental value