tsuga canadensis (eastern hemlock) native burgandy

tsuga canadensis (eastern hemlock) native burgandydense, pyramidal, growth habit flat sprays of lacy, short, dark green needles needles have two, white bands underneath small, short stalked cones are tan brown great as an individual specimen or for screening zone 3 height 18 21m spread 8 10m eastern hemlock grows best in partial shade and sheltered locations to protect it from strong, drying winds and hot, afternoon sun intolerant of drought and should be watered regularly during prolonged, dry

silvery-blue foliage throughout most of the year

spread 20-30cm

and is drought tolerant

upright stems with round

new to gardening

square stems hold glossy

in partial to full shade providing the plant has adequate moisture

generally a low-maintenance plant

female plants display crimson berries contrasting with the gold fall colour

gray-green

mounding clump of bright green foliage

star-shaped foliage is bright blue year round