Colorado State Tree

Colorado Blue Spruce

(Picea pungens)

The Colorado Blue Spruce (Picea pungens), designated as the official state tree of Colorado in 1939, is a magnificent evergreen conifer known for its striking blue-green foliage and graceful, conical shape. This majestic tree is native to the Rocky Mountains of Colorado and adjacent regions, where it thrives in high-altitude environments. Its distinctive bluish needles, which give it its name, offer year-round beauty and serve as an enduring symbol of the state's rugged terrain and natural splendor. The Colorado Blue Spruce is highly valued for its ornamental appeal in landscaping and forestry, making it not only a cherished emblem of Colorado but also a beloved feature of gardens and parks across the country.