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| Thuja occidentalis - American Arborvitae |
| Family |
Cupressaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Thuja occidentalis |
| Common Name |
American Arborvitae |
| Size |
Varies among cultivars, species grows 20-30' by 10-15' |
| Hardiness |
Zone 3 - 7 |
| Culture |
Prefers moist, deep, well-drained soil; full sun. |
| Ornamental Value |
Evergreen foliage, many cultivars to choose from.
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| Landscape Use |
Use as a screen, hedge, specimen or foundation plant. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Leaves are scale-like, in horizontal sprays, cones are brown and scale-like. |
| Notable Cultivars |
'Emerald', 'Rheingold', 'Techny', and 'Woodwardii'
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| Campus Location |
Main: |
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