30 Chinese Hemlock, Tsuga chinensis, Tree Seeds (Hardy Evergreen)

Other Names: Tieshan, Taiwan Hemlock
Zone: 5 to 7
Growth Rate: Slow
Plant Type: Large evergreen conifer
Family: Pinaceae
Native Range: China, Taiwan, Tibet and Vietnam
Height: 40 to 50 feet
Spread: 20 to 30 feet
Shape: Pyramidal
Sun: Full Sun to Part Shade (tolerant of full shade)
Drought Tolerance: Low
Water: Moderate-High
Maintenance: Low
Site Requirements /Soil Tolerances: Cool, moist, well-drained soils. Avoid dry soils and hot locations
Culture: Dislikes very windy sites
Uses: Lawn tree, specimen, can be sheared to form an effective screen or hedge. Excellent evergreen for screening use in shaded locations where most needle evergreens fail. Groves or small groupings.


Sowing Tsuga chinensis Seeds:
For best results, please follow the instructions in the order provided.
Scarify: Soak in water for 24 hours
Stratify: Cold 30-60 days, 40 Degrees F in a Moist Medium (Not Wet).
Germination: Sow 1/8” Deep, Keep Moist, (Not wet).