.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; } Canadian Hemlock Tsuga canadensis Description Evergreen conifer native to eastern North America, featuring dense foliage and a pyramidal shape. It provides year-round greenery and natural privacy screening. Suggested Uses ideal for privacy hedges, windbreaks, foundational planting, and specimen displays in woodland or formal gardens. Plant Details Botanical Name: Canadian Hemlock Tsuga canadensis Common Name: Canadian Hemlock Size & Growth: Typically 50-70 ft tall with a spread of 20-30 ft; slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen needles Bloom Time: Not ornamental for flowers; primarily valued for foliage Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially during flowering Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers Deer Resistant: Generally resistant Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, shrubs, and other shade-loving plants Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained, acidic to neutral soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Soil Moisture: Keep consistently moist; avoid waterlogging. Soil Type: Acidic, loamy, well-drained Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity levels Pruning Instructions: Remove dead or damaged branches in early spring to maintain shape. Winter Care: Protect young plants from harsh winter winds; established trees are hardy. Planting Depth: Keep the root ball at soil level Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature