Reviving Struggling Hemlocks and Choosing Better Evergreen Screens

Hemlocks need light, air, and acidifying fertilizer. Arborvitae tolerates shade better for screening.

Hemlock Recovery

• Espoma Holly-tone fall and early spring.
• Prune nearby shade trees for light/air penetration.
• Prune hemlocks annually to thicken.

Better Shade-Tolerant Screen

Arborvitae (Thuja) — handles partial shade, dense growth, good hedge material.

Local Advice

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