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Tsuga canadensis 'Watnong Star'
Common name:
Watnong Star Canadian hemlock
Family:
Pinaceae (pine family)
Distribution:
Species native to e. North America
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 3
Life form:
Evergreen tree
Comments:
An evergreen dwarf selection notable for its dense, dark green foliage frosted with white, especially on new growth. Grows 3-4' tall and wide. Suitable for the shrub border, grouped with other evergreens or in the foundation. Tolerant of heavy pruning. Tolerant of considerable shade, but variegation will be greatly diminished.
Links:
American Conifer Society Database
Locations
1:
ADG: AT14
(AT14)
• Accession: D2002-0844.001 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
Area
Individual