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Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate'

Also Known As

  • Bacon Cristate Dwarf Canadian Hemlock

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate' plant details

Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark green needles are flared at the ends giving the plant a congested look. This outstanding miniature grows only 1-2 inches per year. Found by Ralph Bacon in 1925.
Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate' - A miniature form of Canadian Hemlock. Very small cristate needles on stems that grow 1/2 inch a year. The plantis an irregular conical upright. Found by Ralph Bacon near Newton, NJ in 1925. First introduced by Watnong Nursery in Morris Plains, NJ.
MINIATURE. This slow growing plant (only 1" per year), has dark green leaves that grow in an unusual crested pattern. Upright in habit.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate' plant

How to Grow Tsuga canadensis 'Bacon Cristate'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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