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Tsuga canadensis 'Curly'

Also Known As

  • Curly Dwarf Canadian Hemlock

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-5'

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

Tsuga canadensis 'Curly' plant details

Tsuga canadensis 'Curly' is an evergreen conifer shrub with blue and green foliage. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tsuga canadensis 'Curly'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, container plant, dwarf, rock garden, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tsuga canadensis 'Curly'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This eye-catching dwarf form has needles which crowd and curl around the shoots. S-PSh/M
Angular branching with short, stiff needles. Needs to be planted away from foot traffic for its branches are brittle. Very dark green foliage.

Gardening facts about Tsuga canadensis 'Curly' plant

How to Grow Tsuga canadensis 'Curly'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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