Mountain Hemlock is a graceful conifer of the subalpine zone along the Pacific Coast and northern Rockies, with a distinctive drooping leader and short, spirally arranged needles that give the crown a rounded appearance. It grows near treeline where heavy snow loads shape its form. It provides shelter for mountain birds and its seeds are eaten by crossbills.
Best time to see a Mountain Hemlock
The best time to see a Mountain Hemlock is June–August, when about 67% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 7,315 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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