Scottish Bonsai Association A to Z of Bonsai Terms

Bonsai Care For Hemlock - Western/Eastern (Tsuga heterophylla/canadensi (Tree Type (Outdoors)) Hemlock - Western/Eastern (Tsuga heterophylla/canadensi - (Tree Type (Outdoors))    HEMLOCK - WESTERN/EASTERN (TSUGA HETEROPHYLLA/CANADENSI - EVERGREEN CONIFER. Western/Eastern varieties distinguished by pyramid versus "bushy" SHAPE with drooping branches being more evident on the Western VARIETY. Both bear soft, short, NEEDLE-like LEAVES which darken with age. STYLE : Suitable for most styles, except broom, and from small to extra large.  WARNING : None - unless soMEone knows better! Care Info HEMLOCK - WESTERN/EASTERN (TSUGA HETEROPHYLLA/CANADENSI - REPOT : Every 2-3 years up to age of 10, then every 3-4 years, in mid to late spring. SOIL : Free draining soil : 30:70 GRIT:organic. PRUNE : SumMEr PRUNING. PINCH : Pinch back new SHOOTS before they harden, leaving only a few NEEDLEs. WATER : Water well in growing season, sparingly in winter. Benefits from foliar spraying with water. FEED : Two weekly BALANCED FEED during growing season, low nitrogen in autumn. Thanks to - Joe Bailey, Ayr for use of the image Go To Bonsai A to Z

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