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Also Known As

  • Iron Springs Western Hemlock

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'-6'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

4-5 feet (cultured) | $396

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5-6 feet (cultured) | $496

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Tsuga heterophylla 'Iron Springs' plant details

Tsuga heterophylla 'Iron Springs' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun 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 heterophylla 'Iron Springs'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 5 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tsuga heterophylla 'Iron Springs'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very irregular and slow growing (to 8"/year), this small upright shrub found by Mrs. Blogg at Iron Springs, Washington, has deep green needes. S-PSh/M
Short, dark-green needles. Stems are very irregular. Choice selection.

Gardening facts about Tsuga heterophylla 'Iron Springs' plant

How to Grow Tsuga heterophylla 'Iron Springs'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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