As this web site progresses, we hope to be able to include photos of each plant species along with their description.
Hemlocks are long-lived evergreens that are extremely shade tolerant.
They have short flat needles and grow to heights to 60 to 75 feet. Historically the bark was used for tanning hides. Young hemlock trees need protection from deer as these saplings are among the preferred browse species. This beautiful tree provides unique habitat for wildlife. Balsam fir trees are fairly short-lived, surviving only 60 to 80 years, and growing to heights of approximately 60 feet.