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EASTERN HEMLOCK

Eastern Hemlock

Tsuga Canadensis (L.) Corr.

Pinaceae family

This large evergreen tree has short single flat needles and is very tolerant of shade. It is common around swamps, in gullies and on north-facing slopes. It drops a small percentage of its needles in the autumn.