A front doorway, a small courtyard or a garden corner can be transformed with a real Christmas tree without needing an enormous display. Our 5ft-6ft Norway Spruce offers the familiar scent, pointed green needles and natural outline of a traditional Christmas tree in a size that works well for smaller outdoor spaces.
This Norway Spruce is supplied for outdoor use only. Its needles are sharper and shed more readily than those of a Nordmann Fir, particularly in warm, dry conditions. For a tree to display inside your home, browse our Premium Nordman Fir or Standard Nordman Fir ranges instead.
A Traditional Tree for a Smaller Outdoor Space
At 5ft-6ft, this Norway Spruce is a practical size to consider for an outdoor Christmas display beside your front door or in a compact garden. Its branch arrangement and distinctive fragrance create a recognisably traditional appearance, while its natural variation gives each tree an individual shape.
You could position it near a porch, use it as part of an outdoor display at a small business or place it in a suitable courtyard. Leave enough space for the branches to spread after the netting is removed, and make sure the tree does not obstruct a doorway, path or gate.
For exposed positions, consider wind and the stability of the display before choosing a stand. If the tree will be placed somewhere accessible to the public, contact us to discuss the location and supporting requirements.
Before Ordering: Height, Branches and the Tree's Tip
The advertised 5ft-6ft height is measured from the base of the trunk to the tip of the tree. Norway Spruce can have a relatively long leader, which is the upright central stem extending above the highest branches.
As a result, a tree measuring 6ft overall may have a shorter section of full branch coverage. The precise proportions vary between individual trees. If you have a specific display height in mind, measure the available space and allow room for the stand and any decoration you intend to place at the top.
If the amount of branch coverage is especially important to your display, please contact our team before ordering to discuss the available options.
Preparing for Your Tree's Arrival
Choose the position: Find a suitable outdoor location with enough room for the branches and clear access around the display.
Arrange the stand: Check that your stand can accommodate the tree's height and trunk diameter.
Plan for watering: Keep a fresh-cut tree supplied with water rather than allowing the base of its trunk to dry out.
Check your decorations: Use lights and accessories suitable for outdoor conditions, following their manufacturer's instructions.
Which Stand Should You Use for a 5ft-6ft Norway Spruce?
Our Cinco 6 Tree Stand is designed for compatible real Christmas trees up to 6ft tall. Its water reservoir allows the tree to take up water after installation, while its central spike and adjustable bolts help position the trunk.
Before choosing a stand, check the trunk diameter and the requirements of your intended outdoor display. A household stand may need additional support in an exposed location, so do not rely on the height rating alone when assessing suitability.
Our Christmas Tree Stands selection contains further options if you are buying another tree size or need to compare stand specifications.
Keeping the Needles on Your Norway Spruce
Needle drop is a natural characteristic of Norway Spruce. Cooler outdoor conditions may help reduce drying compared with a centrally heated room, but they do not remove the need to care for your tree.
Check the stand's water level regularly and replenish it as needed. Keep the tree away from sources of heat where possible and handle the branches carefully when decorating, as the pointed needles can feel prickly.
For further advice, read our Tree Care Tips. If you would prefer an indoor tree with softer needles and good needle retention, our Nordmann Fir varieties offer a different option.
What Else Can You Order for Your Christmas Display?
Our Norway Spruce Tree selection includes other outdoor sizes if you need a taller tree for a larger garden or business entrance. For an indoor display, see All Christmas Trees to compare our wider range of real Christmas trees.
If you are decorating the front of your home, consider adding Fresh Holly Wreaths or a reusable bow from our Luxury Door Bow selection. For your indoor tree, our Tree Decorations include personalised ornaments such as the Decoration Family Name or Message.
Local Delivery of Your 5ft-6ft Norway Spruce
The Christmas Tree Firm has supplied real Christmas trees for more than 50 years. We deliver to most postcodes in our core Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire service area, with selected routes into parts of Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex and neighbouring counties.
Our delivery locations include Cambridge, Ely, Bedford, Huntingdon, St Neots and Peterborough, together with many surrounding towns and villages. Check our Delivery Service page for availability and any applicable charge at your postcode.
Ready to order? Check your outdoor space, select a compatible stand and confirm delivery availability for your postcode. If you need help choosing a tree height or planning an outdoor display, call 07885 730150.