{"product_id":"norway-spruce-picea-abies","title":"Norway Spruce (picea abies)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFast-growing evergreen conifer, reaching 30-40m tall with a pyramidal shape and attractive hanging cones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional choice for Christmas trees due to its classic scent, dense foliage, and conical form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValuable for timber production (strong, straight-grained softwood used in construction, furniture, and paper).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides habitat and food for wildlife, including moths, beetles, and red squirrels (cones are a food source).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncreasingly suitable for forestry in changing climates, with good drought tolerance compared to alternatives like Sitka spruce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWind-resistant once established, suitable for windbreaks and shelterbelts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSite selection: Choose a spacious location in full sun to partial shade; allow room for mature size (up to 40m tall and 10m wide crown). Not suitable for long term position in small gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil requirements: Prefers moist but well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil (pH 5.5-7.0); tolerates loam, sand, clay, or poor soils but avoids waterlogged or very dry sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest planting time: Autumn to early spring; container-grown can be planted year-round if watered well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePlanting steps:\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDig a hole twice as wide as the root spread and the same depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant at the original soil level (do not bury the trunk base).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base (e.g., bark) to retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water regularly in the first 1-2 years, especially during dry periods; established trees are low-maintenance and drought-tolerant. Minimal pruning needed (remove dead\/damaged branches only).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"15cm+","offer_id":58501494014296,"sku":null,"price":0.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25-40cm","offer_id":58501494047064,"sku":null,"price":1.01,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"30-50cm","offer_id":58501494079832,"sku":null,"price":1.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"40-70cm","offer_id":58501494112600,"sku":null,"price":1.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_2156.jpg?v=1789921833","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/norway-spruce-picea-abies","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}