Thuja plicata – Giant Arborvitae

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Thuja plicata – Giant Arborvitae

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Narrow, vertical and densely branched tree that becomes conical later with branching down to the ground. Height up to 20 m, width approx. 4 - 5 m. When the lower branches touch the ground, new trees can develop there. Accordingly, one tree can ultimately develop into a little wooded stand. The reddish brown trunk peels off in small strips. The branches grow slanted upwards to horizontal and the young twigs are dark green, turning reddish brown later. The flattened twigs have many branches, with scales stacked like roof shingles. They are shiny green and somewhat white underneath. When rubbed they give off a strong smell. The flowers and small cones are relatively unremarkable. It tolerates pruning well. Some cultivars have accordingly become popular hedge plants. The tree supplies a prime type of timber.

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Height
15 - 25 (50) m, fast growing
Crown
narrow pyramidal, later conical, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
bark reddish brown, peeling off in fibres
Leaf
scales, glossy dark green, slightly white underneath, evergreen
Flowers
unremarkable, fragrant flowers
Fruits
cones, light brown, scaled, approx 1 cm
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
has toxic components
Soil type
all
Soil moisture
withstand short flood
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Application
parks, cemeteries, industrial areas, large gardens, patio gardens, windbreaks
Shape
specimen conifer, hedge plant
Origin
North-western North America
Haagplant Specimen conifer acid soil clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) suitable for shadow withstand short flood can withstand wind narrow conical 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green yellowgreen fast growing toxic components Fragrant flowers
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Frequently asked questions
Thuja plicata

Thuja plicata can eventually reach a height of 15 - 25 (50) m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Thuja plicata is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 15 - 25 (50) m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Thuja plicata is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Thuja plicata with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Thuja plicata blooms in march.
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