Golden Duchess Eastern Hemlock
Tsuga canadensis 'MonKinn'
- Plant Type
- Shrub
Nursery Tag
Regular water. 3-4 feet tall. 3 - 5 feet wide. Zones 4 - 7. Mulch to maintain cool root zone. Protect from harsh afternoon sun in hot summer areas.
Gardener's Log
05/2018: Planted in front of garage retaining wall.
I found this brand new variety of hemlock shrub online while researching possibilities for the “behind the garage” garden, and was delighted to happen upon one at the nursery while picking up a Mountain Hemlock for the same garden. I’m always thrilled to find any kind of conifer that tolerates shade, and I’m super excited about this bright yellow little specimen. Now I need to decide on some companion plants to complement it – some possibilities include Ninebark, Weigela, Fuchsia and red Japanese Maples.