Seasonal calendar · Tsuga canadensis

Canadian Hemlock

The year for this species, phase by phase — what to watch and what to do as the season turns.

  • Late Dormancy02-15–03-10
  • Early Spring03-11–04-15
  • Mid Spring04-16–05-10
  • Late Spring05-11–05-31
  • Early Summer06-01–06-30
  • Mid Summer07-01–08-10
  • Late Summer08-11–08-31
  • Early Fall09-01–09-30
  • Mid Fall10-01–10-31
  • Late Fall11-01–11-15
  • Early Winter11-16–12-31
  • Mid Winter01-01–01-31
  • Late Winter02-01–02-14

Filter by concern

Watering

Reduce slightly if temperatures drop, but monitor carefully.

Fertilization

One final feeding low in nitrogen to support buds.

Pruning

Avoid pruning. Allow buds to harden.

Pests Disease

Clear dead foliage. Check for lingering pests.

Summer Protection

Ease off shading gradually.

Paths onward

This speciesCanadian HemlockBack to the folio — care sheet and year-wheel.The yearThe CalendarAll thirteen phases across every species at once.ReferenceThe Species LibraryA folio for every species the garden knows.
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