tree⛅ part shade💧💧 moderate waterZone 5a – Zone 7b
A slow-growing evergreen conifer native to high elevations in the Pacific Northwest, valued for its dense, attractive foliage and compact form. Mountain hemlock thrives in cool, moist climates and makes an excellent specimen tree for alpine or woodland gardens.
Overview
Form
conical to pyramidal
Growth Rate
slow
Size
40–125′ tall × 20–40′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
low
Flood Tolerance
none
Zone 5aZone 7b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5a to Zone 7b
pH Range
4.57.3
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 4.5 to 7.3
Soil Texture
Coarse
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SummerWinter
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
mid successionalclimax
Native to the United States
Native Range
Pacific Northwest mountains (Oregon to British Columbia)
