Tsuga heterophylla
western hemlock
Description
A vigorous large evergreen tree to 30m or more, conical in habit, with elegantly spreading branches bearing short, flattened, dark green needles striped white beneath. Ovoid cones are 2.5cm in length
Mature Height
12m
Mature Spread
8m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Upright
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H8
Hardiness (USDA)
Zone 6
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
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Nov
Dec
Key Features
Generally pest-freeArchitecturalLow Maintenance