Picea abies Acorona

Picea abies ‘Acrocona’ is a distinctive Norway spruce prized for its ornamental spring cones, which appear bright red at the tips of branches before maturing to brown. Introduced in the late 19th century, this cultivar forms a broad, irregular habit rather than a strict pyramidal shape, giving it a relaxed, natural appearance. It grows best in full sun with evenly moist, well-drained soil and has a moderate growth rate. Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8, it typically reaches 20–30 feet tall and wide and is especially valued as a specimen tree for year-round interest.