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Golden Duchess® Eastern Hemlock
Tsuga canadensis 'MonKinn' PP #25,503
Pronunciation: TSOO-ga kan-a-DEN-sis
SKU #05132
Like a jewel in the landscape, this superb dwarf nearly glows with golden yellow foliage on graceful, arching branches. Its low, mounding form and improved sun tolerance over other gold varieties makes it perfect for woodland or rock gardens. A stunning container specimen. Plant en masse for a truly dramatic effect. Provide 4 to 6 hours of direct sun for the best golden color. Evergreen.
LIGHT: Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Reaches 3 to 4 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide. Taller in shade.
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Ninebark (Physocarpus); Juniper (Juniperus); Weigela (Weigela); Cranesbill (Geranium); Catmint (Nepeta) |
| Care Instructions | For best golden color, provide 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day. Will grow taller than specified if grown in full shade, potentially 8 to 10 ft. tall. 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 during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer in early spring. |
| History | Found as a sport of Tsuga canadensis, selected in July 2000 by Monrovia craftsman Ron Kinney in Dayton, Oregon. This new cultivar was first propagated in December 2007. |
Details
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
|---|---|
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Ninebark (Physocarpus); Juniper (Juniperus); Weigela (Weigela); Cranesbill (Geranium); Catmint (Nepeta) |
Care
| Care Instructions | For best golden color, provide 4 to 6 hours of direct sun per day. Will grow taller than specified if grown in full shade, potentially 8 to 10 ft. tall. 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 during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Apply fertilizer in early spring. |
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History
| History | Found as a sport of Tsuga canadensis, selected in July 2000 by Monrovia craftsman Ron Kinney in Dayton, Oregon. This new cultivar was first propagated in December 2007. |
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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.
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.