Carolina hemlock can be found in the Southern Appalachians of NC, SC, TN and VA. The core of its range is along the Blue Ridge Escarpment, especially in NC, with scattered populations further west in

Carolina Hemlock is a mid-size coniferous tree native to the southern Appalachian region. Somewhat smaller than other hemlocks, it typically grows 40 to 70 feet tall with a slender trunk and a narrow