Canadian Hemlock

Name: Canadian Hemlock
Brand: Monrovia
SKU: 07326

Tsuga canadensis

Pronunciation: TSOO-ga kan-a-DEN-sis

SKU #07326

USDA Zone

4-8

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OVERVIEW
Description	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
Watering	Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
Blooms	Conifer; prized for foliage.
Mature Size	Moderate growing; reaches 40 ft. tall, 25 ft. wide; larger with age.

DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen	Evergreen
Special Features	North American Native Selection, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Benefits Birds
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Pyramidal

STYLE
Landscape Use	Hedge, Privacy Screen
Design Ideas	The graceful habit of this evergreen makes a beautiful statement in the lawn as a specimen or planted in groups as a background.
Foliage Color	Green
Companion Plants	Magnolia (Magnolia); Rhododendron (Rhododendron); Lilac (Syringa); Catmint (Nepeta); Weigela (Weigela); Carpet Rose (Rosa)

CARE
Care	Thrives 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.

This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8