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Bacon Cristate Hemlock
Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate'
Height: 24 inches
Spread: 18 inches
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Hardiness Zone: 4a
Other Names: Canadian Hemlock, Eastern Hemlock
Brand: Iseli
Description:
An extreme dwarf variety with an irregular, upright, gnarled form; short, twisted green needles with white striations on the reverse; needs organic, acidic soil, adequate moisture and shelter from drying winds
Ornamental Features
Bacon Cristate Hemlock is a dwarf conifer which is primarily valued in the garden for its ornamental upright and spreading habit of growth. It has attractive dark green foliage with white undersides which emerges light green in spring. The small twisted needles are highly ornamental and remain dark green throughout the winter.
Landscape Attributes
Bacon Cristate Hemlock is a multi-stemmed evergreen shrub with an upright spreading habit of growth. It lends an extremely fine and delicate texture to the landscape composition which should be used to full effect.
This shrub will require occasional maintenance and upkeep, and usually looks its best without pruning, although it will tolerate pruning. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration;
- Insects
Bacon Cristate Hemlock is recommended for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- General Garden Use
Planting & Growing
Bacon Cristate Hemlock will grow to be about 24 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 18 inches. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a slow rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.
This shrub does best in full sun to partial shade. It does best in average to evenly moist conditions, but will not tolerate standing water. It is not particular as to soil type, but has a definite preference for acidic soils. It is quite intolerant of urban pollution, therefore inner city or urban streetside plantings are best avoided, and will benefit from being planted in a relatively sheltered location. Consider applying a thick mulch around the root zone in winter to protect it in exposed locations or colder microclimates. This is a selection of a native North American species.
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