Dwarf Alberta Spruce vs Cypress Oak - TreeTime.ca

Dwarf Alberta Spruce vs Cypress Oak

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Cypress Oak
Dwarf Alberta Spruce

Cypress Oak is an upright, columnar tree that is well suited as a privacy screen or for lining paths and driveways. The upright branch angle causes it to have a narrower spread which makes it suitable for areas with limited space. It has been described as having an elegant, formal look, growing into an upright oval shape with a short trunk. Compared to other oaks it has a much faster growth rate, especially when young.

Cypress Oak is an ancient oak species of England. Traditionally druids respect the oldest oak trees, considering them to be oracles.

Note: Most Oak species can be considered toxic for many animals.

Dwarf Alberta Spruce is a small tree with very dense foliage. It is an attractive specimen in landscape designs and small yards. This plant naturally grows into the classic conical shape, but responds well to shearing and pruning.

Dwarf Alberta Spruce is hardy and disease resistant. However, its thick foliage can collect mildew. Consider planting this tree in an open space where the wind can dry out its needles.

You can use this cultivar as a substitute for cedar or juniper.

Cypress Oak Quick Facts

Dwarf Alberta Spruce Quick Facts

Zone: 5a
Zone: 3a
Height: 17 m (55 ft)
Height: 3 m (10 ft)
Spread: 5 m (15 ft)
Spread: 0.9 m (3 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none


Bark: ridged dark grey-black
Nuts: small acorns
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Other Names: columnar english oak, pyramid oak, upright english oak
Other Names: dwarf white spruce