John,
I do really like this tree...Although we can't see the root structure in these photos, I think this will be a tree to be very proud of in the near future...I love the taper the trunk is already showing...
I see you are in zone 7, and I assume College Point, Texas...If this is the case, you are very wise to proceed in the manner you have outlined for the survival of this tree...This species although nice to work with is definately not native to Texas or zone 7...Please keep us informed of the progress of this tree...I for one will be looking for the future reports...
I would like to give this species another try...perhaps with the methods you are using even I will be able to sucessfully use the Alberta Spruce...I was sucessful with them in more northern climates but all I have tried here in Texas have died...
Thanks for this post...
Regards
Behr
