Canadian hemlock

For a Canadian hemlock, watering should be done about once a week. The plant prefers soils that are kept evenly moist, but not soggy so it is important to avoid overwatering. The best way to tell if watering is needed is to check the soil. If the top few inches of the soil are dry, it is time to water. Make sure to saturate the soil with water so that it is evenly moist. It is important not to water too much, as this could cause root rot and harm or kill the plant.

Canadian hemlock (Tsuga canadensis 'Bergman's Snowflake') thrives best in full to partial sun, meaning at least 4 hours of direct sunlight each day. This species prefers bright, indirect light, so it is best to plant in a location that is shady during the hottest hours of the day, such as late morning or early evening. Avoid planting in an area that receives direct, hot sunlight for most of the day. Canadian hemlock may suffer in hot, dry climates, so providing afternoon shade will help protect it from the sun's rays.

Canadian hemlock (Tsuga canadensis 'Bergman's Snowflake') is best pruned in late winter or early spring before the new growth begins. Attention should be paid to the shape and size of the shrub, in order to maintain its desired shape and size. Pruning should be light and should take no more than a quarter of the shrub's growth in any given season; no more than 1-third of the total growth should be removed in any given season. In addition, pruning branches should be cut at a 45-degree angle, leaving a clean cut.