MonKinn Canadian hemlock
Tsuga canadensis 'MonKinn'
USDA zones3 to 7
SunHandles partial sun or full shade
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Arching
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'MonKinn' Canadian hemlock (Tsuga canadensis 'MonKinn') is a tree for specimen planting, hedges, privacy screens, and shade gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes part sun to full shade and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. This evergreen has an arching habit and a rapid growth rate. Deer rarely make it their first choice. Birds visit the tree.
Pairs well with Snake Eyes hosta, Blue wood aster, and Blackhaw viburnum.