Scientific Name
Tsuga caroliniana

Common Name
Carolina hemlock

Hardiness Zones: 4-7
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist well drained soil
Texture: Fine
Form: Compact; pyramidal; airy pendulous branches
Height: 30 to 70'
Width: 20 to 25'
Leaf: .25 to .75" needles radiate around the stem; 2 white strips on underside
Flower/Fruit: 1 to 1.5" cones
Comments: Native; good screen for cool, shady areas; not drought tolerant; more tolerant of summer heat than T. canadensis
Cultivars: --
 
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