Treasures from New Plymouth
The northern hemlock is Tsuga canadensis. It too, is a tall forest tree but is perhaps seen more often in the colder parts of New Zealand. A number of miniature forms, mostly originated in the United States, may be seen in specialist conifer
nurseries but only "Pendula” is widely known. This makes a loose, arching bush, eventually too big for rock gardens but pretty good for planting at the top of a rocky bank — so long as the site is not very dry. I selected “Vercades
Recurva,” which is fairly new to New Zealand and fairly rare. Its branches arch a little but its habit is compact, and the short, curving leaves are attractive. Both these treasures are catalogued by Cedar Lodge Nursery, Egmont Road, New Plymouth.
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Press, 17 June 1988, Page 10
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