What's the difference between watering Sitka spruce indoors and outdoors?

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It is far more common to grow the Sitka spruce in an outdoor growing location. However, it is also possible to grow this plant indoors in a container. In that scenario, one gardener often raise the Sitka spruce as the bonsai plant. Whether you grow this plant indoors or outdoors, you can expect its water needs to remain relatively similar. The one difference is that you may need to water an indoor Sitka spruce tree a bit more. Indoor plants won’t have access to rainfall during the summer. Also, indoor areas are often much drier than outdoor growing locations, and the size of the pots limits the water-retainability, which can lead to higher water needs.

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Sitka spruce

A species of Spruces, also known as Western spruce, Silver spruce, Yellow spruce

Botanical name: Picea sitchensis

Genus: Spruces

Description

The sitka spruce (*Picea sitchensis*) is the fifth-tallest conifer in the world and can grow to be 70 m tall. Sitka spruce is found in cool, maritime locations in coastal areas. This species grows best in deep, moist, well-drained soil. It produces reddish to yellowish-brown seed cones. Its light, soft wood is strong and flexible, with acoustic qualities. This tree's wood is commercially used to make musical instruments such as guitars and pianos. It is also used to make early aircraft and boats.

Garden Use

Sitka spruce is a popular choice for both planting in gardens and potting indoors, adding a lovely and green decorative effect wherever it grows. Upright and evergreen, the tree grows slowly but has a long life span and very good adaptability. During the winter holiday season, it serves well as a Christmas tree. It's not difficult to grow in a sunlight-ample, moist environment, only requiring a little simple care during daily maintenance.

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