PaPervale Trees
Specialists in Home Grown Trees
Picea abies / Norway Spruce
First introduced to the UK in the 1500s, Picea abies also known as Norway Spruce is still a very large choice for many as their Christmas tree in December although in recent years has come more in competition by other trees such as Abies Nordmanniana as a favoured Christmas tree.
Picea abies will grow to be a large tree which can be seen outgrowing many other trees in a small or medium garden with its mature height of around 20m. Picea will also grow in a very pyramidal shape which looks amazing in any large garden or parkland. All year Norway Spruce can be seen displaying a magnificent deep green foliage which come into the winter months, will keep some colour compared to many other trees during this dark time of year.
Picea abies can withstand most soils and will thrive on free draining soils, will be able to withstand some costal conditions but is better not being the first line of defense. Once fully established, Picea abies will have a constant growth of around 60cm each year.
Tree Specs
- Common Name: Norway Spruce
- Botanical Name: Picea abies
- Mature Height: 17-22m
- Key Features: Large Tree; Perfect for parklands; Evergreen; Christmas Tree; Winter Tree; Garden Tree; Easy to grow; Pyramidal Shape; Deep green foliage; Winter hardy;
- Supplied: In three litre containers of peat free compost, healthy and well established, approximately 90-120cm (3-4 feet) high, with full planting and aftercare instructions.
about us
Papervale Trees is an exciting young nursery focused on producing trees of exceptional quality whilst having a strong ethos on sustainable and ethical growing practices.
We propagate and grow over 90% of species on the nursery from "Seed to Sale" ourselves. Any plants we purchase are sourced exclusively from British and Irish nurseries, helping to support the horticulture industry at home and helping to prevent importation of plant pathogens.
payment Policy
We accept payment via Paypal, personal cheques and postal orders. Payment is required within 48 hours of purchase. Cheques may take up to 5 workings days to clear. Paypal is the quickest, safest and our preferred method of payment.
shipping policy
Shipping is free to UK (including Northern Ireland). Trees are dispatched within 24 hours of receiving payment. We use a quick and efficient 2-3 day courier service which is fully traceable and insured.
Orders from the Republic of Ireland are very welcome, due to additional courier costs there is an additional charge of £2.50
Returns policy
If you decide you do not wish to keep your purchase please return your items within 30 days for a full refund.
Contact Us
Papervale Trees is located outside Rathfriland, Co.Down and although not open to the public, visits can be arranged on request. If you would like any further information on any of our trees or help and advice on planting projects please contact Jonathan.
It is our aim to provide customers with the best possible experience during purchasing their new tree, if however in the unlikely circumstances you do not feel happy with our service please contact us directly before leaving any negative feedback and we will endeavor to resolve any queries.