Eastern Hemlock

Eastern Hemlock is a native conifer. The trees have evergreen needles year round. New needles will appear in spring. Cones appear in the summer, but mature in the fall. Seedling trees are hard to find, as these trees don't produce many seedling trees. The tree themselves are pretty uncommon but they are populous enough to find them around. Bark is smooth when young, but will become blocky when mature. Large trees may have some furrows. These trees usually stay small (up to 30-50'), but can reach 90' or so in the right conditions. 
=== Endangered Species ===
They are often planted as an ornamental, but its population is decreasing. The wooly adelgid and tree cuttings have reduced their numbers. They are on the endangered list, at Near Threatened, as populations are decreasing. Plant more when you can, protect the ones that are still healthy.
Category:Trees and Shrubs
Category:Nature
Category:Local Nature