Hemlock $119.99
Hemlock
Tsuga canadensis (Native to Michigan)
Height: Typically 40–60 feet tall in Michigan’s cooler climate
Spread: Approximately 15–20 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 20–30 feet apart for a balanced, structured landscape
Growth Rate: Slow
Evergreen
Description
Hemlock offers a stately, enduring presence that transforms your landscape with its dense, dark green canopy and finely textured, needle-like foliage. Perfectly scaled for Michigan’s climate, this native tree delivers a refined vertical accent without overwhelming smaller spaces. Its compact, well-proportioned form provides a natural privacy screen and a polished backdrop for mixed plantings or as a striking specimen. Although its inconspicuous, wind-pollinated flowers are not showy, the small, woody cones it produces add a subtle point of interest to its overall silhouette throughout the year.
General Care
- Sunlight: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; ensure at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal health.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil enriched with organic matter; it adapts well to various soil types provided drainage is maintained.
- Watering: Requires moderate, consistent watering during the establishment phase; once mature, it tolerates brief dry periods, though regular moisture supports a lush canopy in Michigan’s cooler conditions.
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and stabilize soil temperature during winter.
- Pruning: Minimal pruning is needed; remove dead or damaged branches in late winter to maintain a tidy, robust structure.
Enhance your landscape with the enduring elegance of Hemlock—a timeless, evergreen showstopper that offers year-round interest and a natural, structured backdrop for any outdoor space.
