The dwarf Alberta spruce is an evergreen conifer with a classic pyramidal Christmas tree shape. This spruce tree variety is related to trees that grow 100 feet or taller.

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Because of its small size and Christmas-tree shape, the dwarf Alberta spruce is a favorite evergreen across many parts of the country. This cute little tree keeps its conical shape as it grows ...

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Q: What is going on with my dwarf Alberta spruce tree? It is rusty brown colored mainly on one side but has some browning of needles on all sides. Is there anything I can do? - Marsha, Swan Lake A… ...

Dwarf Alberta spruce is notably susceptible to winter burn, more so than many other conifers. The tips of the twigs turn brown and dry. There will be a distinct pattern of browning on the parts ...

Question: I have a dwarf Alberta spruce in front of my house, next to the walkway.Last season, I noticed that some of the needles were turning brown and falling off the plant. At first it was just ...

Q. Two of my dwarf Alberta spruce has a problem that causes the needles to turn brown and fall off. I have tried insecticide and fungicide to control the problem. One of the trees looked much ...

Answer: Dwarf Alberta spruce is notorious for being attractive to spider mites. Their damage would show up in late summer. Also, since mites spend the winter as eggs, there would have been no ...