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Tsuga canadensis Jervis

Jervis Dwarf Canadian Hemlock (Jervis Dwarf Eastern Hemlock)

A very slow-growing dwarf Hemlock ideal for rock gardens or bonsai. The fine-textured bright green spring foliage matures darker green by summer.

  • »  Dwarf, broadly pyramidal, wider than tall
  • »  Dense clusters of short dark green gnarled needles
  • »  Provides interesting texture and focal point
  • »  Low tolerance of dry or drought conditions and exceptionally hot sites should be avoided

3gal
$207.00
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  • Category:Evergreens
  • Hardiness Zone:4
  • Height:80-100 cm
  • Spread:100-125 cm
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist to Average
Well-drained
Growth Rate
Slow
Critter
Deer Resistant
Attributes
Evergreen
Low Maintenance
Juglan Tolerant
Habit
Dwarf
Mounding
Pyramidal
Upright
Foliage Color
Green
Landscape uses
Rock garden
Specimen
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Tsuga canadensis 'Jervis'

This hemlock cultivar was reportedly discovered as a seedling near Port Jervis, New York.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Tsuga canadensis 'Jervis'

A very low maintenance option as a small hardy specimen in the rock garden. This cultivar is quite intolerant of urban pollution, therefore, inner city or streetside plantings should be avoided. Protection (burlap wrap) from drying winter winds is recommended in an exposed location.

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