Canadian Hemlock

Tsuga canadensis

Pronunciation: TSOO-ga kan-a-DEN-sis
SKU #07326
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A popular evergreen tree with a graceful densely branched form. Excellent for use in groups as natural screening, or plant a single specimen as a lawn or large landscape accent. Works well clipped into a lovely formal hedge. Thrives under most conditions; best if located in a site sheltered from harsh winds.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 40 ft. tall, 25 ft. wide; larger with age.

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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesNon-toxic to Cats and Dogs, North American Native, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitPyramidal
Landscape UseHedge, Privacy Screen
Design IdeasThe graceful habit of this evergreen makes a beautiful statement in the lawn as a specimen or planted in groups as a background.
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsMagnolia (Magnolia); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Lilac (Syringa); Catmint (Nepeta); Weigela (Weigela); Carpet Rose (Rosa)
Care InstructionsThrives in well-drained, neutral to lightly acidic, humus-rich soils with ample moisture. Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Apply mulch to maintain a cool root zone. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring.
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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesNon-toxic to Cats and Dogs, North American Native, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Growth HabitPyramidal
Style
Landscape UseHedge, Privacy Screen
Design IdeasThe graceful habit of this evergreen makes a beautiful statement in the lawn as a specimen or planted in groups as a background.
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsMagnolia (Magnolia); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Lilac (Syringa); Catmint (Nepeta); Weigela (Weigela); Carpet Rose (Rosa)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in well-drained, neutral to lightly acidic, humus-rich soils with ample moisture. Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer regions. Apply mulch to maintain a cool root zone. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring.

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in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.