Tsuga canadensis 'Summer Snow'

Latin name: Tsuga canadensis 'Summer Snow'
Common Name:
Eastern Hemlock 'Summer Snow'
Plant type: Coniferous
Shape: Dwarf
Botanical family: Pinaceae

Description

Tsuga canadensis 'Summer Snow' is an original selection with highly decorative young white shoots, which create a spring frost effect against a background of dark green foliage. Slow-growing, it forms a dense and harmonious shrub or small tree, ideal for refined shade scenes or Japanese gardens. Very hardy, 'Summer Snow' is a rare plant, perfect for creating delicate and luminous contrasts.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 4

Exposure: Sun to partial shade
Watering:
Regular watering
Fertilization: Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Soil type: Acidic to slightly acidic, cool and well-drained
Minimum temperature: '-34°C

Flowering period: Not significant
Flower color:
Non-ornamental

Foliage type: Persistent
Foliage color:
Green edged with cream

Height: 1.5 to 2 m (5 to 7 feet)
Width: 1.5 m (5 feet)
Growth rate: slow

Animaux
Sans danger pour les animaux domestiques

Animaux

Répulsif
Aide à repousser certains nuisibles

Répulsif

Cerfs
Peu appétent ou toléré par les cerfs

Cerfs

The availability of our trees varies seasonally. Contact us to find out which varieties are currently available! These information sheets serve as a guide to help you make an informed choice.