Western hemlock

Western hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla)

Western hemlock, also known as West coast hemlock

The Western Hemlock (Tsuga heterophylla), native to North America, is often used in California for ornamental landscaping and forestry.

Key Facts About Western hemlock

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Attributes of Western hemlock

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Tree
Plant Height
40 m
Spread
10 m
Leaf Color
Green Blue White
Flower Size
N/A
Flower Color
Yellow Green Red

Scientific Classification of Western hemlock

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Conifers
Order
Pinales
Family
Pine
Genus
Hemlocks
Species
Western hemlock