Very fast growing West Coast native evergreen, in sunny growing conditions. Shade tolerant, but slower growing in shade. Grows to about 100 ft. tall but has been known to get taller. Canopy is so dense that little can grow under it. Produces small cones that are very attractive on the tree. An important construction timber wood. Western Hemlock trees needs moist, acidic soil with high organic matter content, and prefer a climate similar to its native temperate rain forest habitat. The State Tree of Washington.
ZONE: 5-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: n/a
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full to 1/2 sun, regular balanced moisture, acid soils with high organic matter. Reduce grass competition in root zone to start. Tolerates more moisture than many evergreens. but not total standing water. Prune as needed.
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Very good.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 100' x 30'
