ASHFIELD WEEPER CANADIAN HEMLOCK
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ASHFIELD WEEPER CANADIAN HEMLOCK
Tsuga canadensis 'Ashfield Weeper'
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3 gallon Potted
(SKU: 20797)
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List Price $155.00 Per Plant
Hardiness Zone: 4-8 · Mature Height: 10-15 Feet · Mature Spread: 15-30 Feet
Ashfield Weeper Canadian Hemlock is a masterpiece of texture, movement, and graceful architecture. Long, gently arching branches sweep downward in elegant layers, while delicate pendulous branchlets create a soft, cascading silhouette that immediately captures attention. Rich, dark green needles clothe every stem throughout the year, providing exceptional color and fine texture in every season. Whether viewed from a distance or admired up close, this remarkable evergreen brings a sense of serenity and refinement that few landscape plants can match.
Unlike rigid, upright evergreens, Ashfield Weeper Canadian Hemlock embraces a naturally artistic form that becomes increasingly dramatic with age. Its smooth gray bark, gracefully drooping branches, and petite ornamental cones combine to create year-round visual interest, even during the quietest months of winter. As a selection of the native Canadian Hemlock, it offers the soft texture and woodland beauty gardeners have long admired while introducing a distinctive weeping habit that makes every specimen unique. It is equally at home anchoring a formal entrance, softening stonework, or serving as the centerpiece of a thoughtfully designed landscape.
Ashfield Weeper Canadian Hemlock is perfectly suited for specimen plantings, woodland gardens, shaded borders, and elegant foundation landscapes. It thrives in moist, well-drained, acidic soils and appreciates protection from intense afternoon sun and drying winter winds, particularly in warmer regions. Gardeners searching for weeping evergreen trees, graceful conifers, shade-tolerant specimen plants, or four-season landscape beauty will discover that this weeping conifer delivers exceptional character and enduring elegance for generations to come.
ASHFIELD WEEPER CANADIAN HEMLOCK Plant Characteristics
Bark Color*
| • | Gray |
Bark Type*
| • | Rough |
Brand*
| • | Iseli Nursery |
Cultural Information*
| • | Leaf Scorch - Moderate Resistance |
| • | Leaf Spot - High Resistance |
| • | Powdery Mildew - High Resistance |
| • | Root Rot - Low Resistance |
Growth Rate*
| • | Medium |
Leaf Color Fall*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Spring*
| • | Green |
Leaf Color Summer*
| • | Green |
Plant Type*
| • | Conifer |
Preferred Soil Conditions*
| • | Adapts Well to Most Soil Types |
| • | Average |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Moist |
| • | Prefers Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Tolerates Low pH (Acidic Soils) |
| • | Well-Drained |
Propagation Methods*
| • | Graft |
Season of Interest*
| • | Early Spring |
| • | Fall |
| • | Late Spring/Early Summer |
| • | Late Summer/Early Autumn |
| • | Spring |
| • | Summer |
| • | Winter |
| • | Year-Round |
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ASHFIELD WEEPER CANADIAN HEMLOCK Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips
- Recommended Soil:
- Prefers fertile, organically rich, well-drained acidic soil.
- Performs best in evenly moist conditions.
- Incorporating organic matter helps improve soil quality and moisture retention.
- Avoid poorly drained locations or prolonged standing water.
- Sun Exposure:
- Thrives in partial shade to morning sun with afternoon protection.
- Full sun is tolerated in cooler climates with consistent moisture.
- Protect from intense afternoon heat in warmer regions.
- Sheltered locations help prevent winter desiccation and wind damage.
- Irrigation Needs:
- Maintain consistently moist soil, especially during establishment.
- Water deeply during extended dry periods.
- Mulch helps conserve moisture and keep roots cool.
- Do not allow soil to become excessively dry for prolonged periods.
- Feeding & Nutrients:
- Apply a balanced evergreen fertilizer in early spring if needed.
- Organic compost supports healthy root development.
- Avoid excessive fertilization that encourages overly rapid growth.
- Established plants typically require minimal supplemental feeding.
- Pruning & Maintenance:
- Little pruning is needed to maintain its graceful natural habit.
- Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches as necessary.
- Prune lightly in late winter or early spring if shaping is desired.
- Monitor periodically for common hemlock pests and maintain overall plant health.
Common Name: Hemlock
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- A pre-applied, pre-measured amount of time release fertilizer that keeps your plant well nourished for up to one year.
- Pre-hydrated Hydro-Gels are included in the top of each container to use when planting as they help retain soil moisture, and plants will establish more quickly with less transplant shock. Plants will also survive drought-like conditions and accidental missed waterings better.
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Interesting Notes About ASHFIELD WEEPER CANADIAN HEMLOCK
- A Native with a Twist: Ashfield Weeper is a distinctive selection of the native Canadian Hemlock, combining the species' woodland beauty with an extraordinary cascading growth habit.
- Movement in Every Season: The layered, pendulous branches create a sense of motion even on calm days, adding softness and elegance to formal and naturalistic landscapes alike.
- Winter Beauty Beyond Foliage: Smooth gray bark, delicate buds, and tiny ornamental cones continue providing visual interest long after many landscape plants have faded into dormancy.
- A Favorite of Landscape Designers: Weeping conifers like Ashfield Weeper are often used as living sculptures, providing dramatic focal points that become increasingly beautiful as they mature.
- An Evergreen for Generations: Given proper growing conditions, Canadian Hemlocks are renowned for their longevity, allowing carefully placed specimens to become cherished landscape heirlooms.
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