How to Grow and Care for Eastern hemlock

Eastern hemlock, also known as Canadian hemlock, Eastern hemlock-spruce, Black hemlock, Common hemlock, Hemlock spruce

Eastern hemlock is a forest tree known for its preferential need for cool, moist environments and tolerance to shade, making it less suitable to the varying conditions of urban or home landscapes. Special care points include ensuring consistent moisture, as eastern hemlock cannot withstand drought, and protection against pests like the Hemlock Woolly Adelgid, which requires diligence and potentially professional treatment. Due to these specific needs and pest issues, eastern hemlock is classified as 'difficult' in terms of care difficulty level.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Eastern hemlock

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Hard
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	5-6
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	3-7

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Eastern hemlock is characterized by its linear green needles that grow in flat planes around the main branches. These needles are spirally arranged, enabling a full, dense foliage appearance. Distinctive identification features include the presence of two parallel pale bands on the underside of each needle, which give a glaucous appearance. The reproductive structures of eastern hemlock manifest as mature brown ovoid cones, about 0.75-inches (1.9 cm) in length, that gracefully hang from the tips of the twigs, lending a delicate ornamental aspect to the tree.