Carolina Hemlock
Tsuga caroliniana
Pinaceae
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Southwestern VA to Northern GA in the Blue Ridge Mnts.
Location
Comstock Knoll and Rhododendron Collection
Source of plant
Weston Nurseries
Description
Airy, spiry-topped tree with tapering trunk and short, stout, often pendulous branches forming a handsome, evenly pyramidal head. More compact and of a darker green, and usually more stiff and rigid than T. canadensis. Plants reach 40' to 60' in height, 20' to 25' on width.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
winter interest, notable texture