Tsuga mertensiana
Mountain Hemlock
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Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Description
Tsuga mertensiana, known as mountain hemlock, is a species of hemlock native to the west coast of North America, with its northwestern limit on the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska, and its southeastern limit in northern Tulare County, California.
Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Blooming
Male and female cones are borne on the same plant.
Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Growth
Evergreen, monoecious, coniferous trees. Most Hemlocks do well in full sun or partial shade. Very shade tolerant. They do best with protection from hot sun and wind, and thrive in climates that have winter chills and summer humidity. Tsuga works well as a hedge or ornamental tree. Dwarf plants are good for bonsai or shady rock gardens.
Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Planting
Propagate from the seed in spring. Sow in containers in a cold frame (for protection and to ensure hardiness). Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in late summer or early fall.
Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Pest
Hemlock woolly aphids have an affinity to Hemlocks, especially those grown as hedges.
Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Interesting facts
Tsuga is native to forests ranging from the Himalayas to Northern Myanmar, Western Vietnam, China, Taiwan, and Japan. Some species are also found in North America.
Mountain Hemlock (Tsuga mertensiana) - Soil and irrigation
Hemlocks need regular water as they are easily damaged by salty soils and drought. Thrives in acidic soil.
