Tsuga canadensis

North America.

Broad, pyramidal.

The shoots of Tsuga canadensis are brown-yellow in colour.

The Eastern hemlock is evergreen. Its needles are dark green, glossy.

Grey, scaly bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

The oval, brown cones of Tsuga canadensis appear from September. The young cones have a blue-green colour.

Tsuga canadensis is a heartroot and, depending on the soil, forms roots close to the surface.

Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

The Eastern hemlock has good frost hardiness.

Normal soil.

Solitary

The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

- This plant is susceptible to snow pressure. In snowy areas, it is therefore advisable to wrap the branches with string. Otherwise, they may split apart and may not fully recover. When the snow season is over, the twine must of course be removed.
- Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound dressing as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

This plant is tolerant of pruning.

Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).