Tsuga canadensis 'Nana'

North America.

Eastern hemlock 'Nana' is a compact and rounded small shrub. It usually reaches a height of 0.8 - 1 m and is approx. 1.5 - 2 m wide. Slow growing. It usually grows 2 - 3 cm per year.

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

The Eastern hemlock 'Nana' 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 'Nana' appear from September. The young cones have a blue-green colour.

Tsuga canadensis 'Nana' 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 'Nana' has good frost hardiness.

Standard container plant soil.
Normal soil.

Tub, grave, bog bed, balcony/patio

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

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).