Tsuga caroliniana

Carolina Hemlock

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Evergreen conifer native to the Appalachian Mountains. Features flat, dark green needles and pendulous cones. Prefers cool, humid climates.
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Plant Details

Common Name Carolina Hemlock
Family Pinaceae
Genus Tsuga
Species Caroliniana
Origin Eastern North America
Blooming Cones in late summer, pollen release in spring
Leaf Color Dark green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Acidic, well-draining loamy soil with high organic matter content

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Sensitive to drought stress and salt buildup

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Sunlight & Care

Partial shade preferred. Avoid hot afternoon sun indoors; requires cool ambient temperatures

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring only

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Pruning

Minimal pruning required. Remove dead or diseased branches in late winter

Pest Control Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Scale Insect Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Sep
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 79°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 8000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
300 – 1500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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