This Mountain Hemlock has silver blue foliage on a smaller, upright tree with an alpine appearance. The short, blue-green needles have a silvery cast and grow all around the stems, giving a tufty appearance. Thrives in highly organic, moist, well-drained soil and tolerates partial shade. Garden size is 10' tall and 8' wide. Hardy to Zone 5.
Botanical Name:
Tsuga mertensia 'Glacier Peak'
Light Needs:
Full Sun, Part Shade
Hardiness Zone:
5
Mature Height:
8-12 ft
Mature Width:
6-9 ft
Foliage Color:
Green, Blue
Shape:
Pyramidal, Irregular, Upright
Growth Rate:
Slow
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