General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Shrub
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Wet
Wet Mesic
Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 2 -45.6 °C (-50 °F) to -42.8 °C (-45°F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 7b
Plant Height: 1 to 2 feet
Plant Spread: 1 to 2 feet
Leaves: Evergreen
Fragrant
Needled
Other: Bright green, turning bluish-green in winter.
Underground structures: Taproot
Uses: Windbreak or Hedge
Provides winter interest
Resistances: Pollution
Pollinators: Wind
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Awards and Recognitions: RHS AGM
Child plants: 2 child plants

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Common names
  • American Arborvitae
  • Northern White Cedar
  • Eastern White Cedar
  • Arborvitae

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Location: Riverton, Utah, United States
Date: 2021-10-12
Location: Kalama, Wa.
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