eastern hemlock

How to Grow and Care for eastern hemlock

eastern hemlock · Tsuga canadensis
Also known as: Canada hemlock; common hemlock; spruce hemlock; white hemlock

Grow in humus-rich moist but well-drained acid to slightly alkaline soil in full sun or part shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds; very shade tolerant

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Planting and Growing eastern hemlock

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Care difficulty2 / 5
Watering scheduleDeep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Partial shade
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeLoam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Well drained
FertilizingLight conifer feed once yearly in early spring only
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Care Tips

Grow in humus-rich moist but well-drained acid to slightly alkaline soil in full sun or part shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds; very shade tolerant

How to Water eastern hemlock?

Deep occasional watering with excellent drainage, less once established

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for eastern hemlock?

Full sun · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for eastern hemlock?

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What Soil Is Best for eastern hemlock?

Soil type
Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for eastern hemlock?

Moist but well drained · Well drained

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How to Fertilize eastern hemlock?

Light conifer feed once yearly in early spring only

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How to Prune eastern hemlock?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate eastern hemlock?

Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame in spring; root semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early autumn

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How to Transplant eastern hemlock?

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How to Care for eastern hemlock in Winter?

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How to Plant eastern hemlock?

Grow in humus-rich moist but well-drained acid to slightly alkaline soil in full sun or part shade, with shelter from cold, drying winds; very shade tolerant

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How to Repot eastern hemlock?

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How to Harvest eastern hemlock?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to butt and root rot fungus

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of eastern hemlock

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Attributes of eastern hemlock

Plant typeConifers · Trees
HeightHigher than 12 metres
Spread4-8 metres
FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
OriginNorth America

Scientific Classification

Species
Tsuga canadensis
Genus
Tsuga
Family
Pinaceae
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