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Eastern Hemlock

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Exposure
Partial shade to shade
Hardiness
Zone 3

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Common nameEastern Hemlock
FamilyPinaceae
TypeConiferous
Botanical nameEastern Hemlock

Tsuga canadensis, or Eastern Hemlock, is a slender and graceful conifer highly valued in Quebec landscaping for its finely textured dark green foliage and elegant silhouette, which provides soft structure year-round. Adapted to shady or semi-shady environments, this hardy species tolerates dense shade and cool soils well, offering a deep green focal point as a backdrop for mass plantings, as a refined informal hedge, or as a specimen in woodland gardens. Throughout the seasons, its persistent needles retain their intense hue, ensuring a permanent green setting, while its regular and naturally conical habit harmonizes with landscape compositions. The Eastern Hemlock combines resistance to cold winters, fine texture, and architectural presence, making it ideal for enriching outdoor spaces with lasting greenery and tranquility.

Eastern Hemlock

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Watering

Moderate

Soil type

Cool, well-drained, moist

Fertilization

Light spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

60-70 ft (18-21 m)

Width / spread

25-30 ft (7.5-9 m)

Flower color

Greenish yellow

Foliage color

Dark green (persistent)

Foliage type

Persistent

Growth rate

Average

Bloom period

April to May

Fruiting

Brownish cones for wildlife

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Yes