Have a supply of superlatives handy when you talk about Alaska's state tree.

Reaching up to 300 feet over a 700-year life span, this giant is by far the largest species of spruce in the world. The Sitka spruce ranges all along the coast from Kodiak Island to the tip of southeast Alaska, giving the state two-fifths of the world's supply and seven-eighths of the nation's.

Because of its high strength-to-weight ratio, the knot-free-wood is used extensively in musical instruments, as well as aircraft wings. In fact, the Wright Brothers used Sitka Spruce in their first airplane at Kitty Hawk.

Walking among these huge trees, knowing some have been around for 500 years, certainly puts things in perspective. And the smaller ones are so beautiful, they're perfect for decorating for the holidays...except for the needles. They're sharp!

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Since 1993, the technicians at this Anchorage-based tree removal company have been assisting customers with any and all tree maintenance needs. Whether you require help from an expert tree trimmer, need stump grinding services, or something in between, the professionals at Carlos Tree Service can handle all jobs, large or small.

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