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Weeping Norway

The weeping Norway spruce is a type of spruce native to Europe. It is an evergreen tree capable of reaching 20 feet high if supported for upright growth. It has drooping branches, hence the name weeping. If left on its own, it spreads horizontally and becomes a ground cover. Plants grow best in cold climates with average, well-drained soils in full sunlight. Its weeping, spreading branches are densely set with short, stiff green needles that add interest in snow-covered gardens.

an irregularly shaped tree with a form that will vary depending on its early training stiff dark green needles are about an inch long and are closely set on hanging branches weeping norway limbs grow in a wild, awkward, weeping pattern