.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Bergman's Gem' Canadian Hemlock Tsuga canadensis 'Bergman's Gem' Description A compact evergreen conifer featuring dense, soft needles and a graceful, pyramidal shape. Ideal for adding year-round greenery and natural elegance to gardens and landscapes. Suggested Uses Perfect for borders, privacy screens, accent planting, and containers. Suitable for small gardens or urban spaces where space is limited. Plant Details Botanical Name: Bergman's Gem' Canadian Hemlock Tsuga canadensis 'Bergman's Gem' Common Name: Bergman's Gem' Canadian Hemlock Size & Growth: Typically 3-4 ft tall and wide in 10 years, slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 3-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Cones appear in late spring to early summer Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, dwarf shrubs, and perennial flowers Care Tips Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained, acidic to neutral soil and plant in full sun or partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist; avoid waterlogging. Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Light pruning in early spring to maintain shape. Winter Care: Protect roots in colder zones with mulch; minimal winter protection needed. Planting Depth: Plant so that the root collar remains slightly above soil level. Fertilization: Feed annually with a balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
