Thuja, Pacific Red Cedar, Shinglewood, Western Arborvitae, Western Red Cedar 'Whipcord'

Thujaplicata

Family
Cupressaceae (koo-press-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Thuja (THOO-yuh)
Species
plicata (ply-KAY-tuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Provides Winter Interest
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 4a: to -34.4 °C (-30 °F)
USDA Zone 4b: to -31.6 °C (-25 °F)
USDA Zone 5a: to -28.8 °C (-20 °F)
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
Bloom Color
Inconspicuous/none
Bloom Time
N/A
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Seed Collecting
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Benton, Arkansas

Roslindale, Massachusetts

Columbus, North Carolina

Maineville, Ohio

Olympia, Washington

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Gardener's Notes:

2
positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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ROSLINDALE, MA | March 2014 | positive

This slow-growing dwarf cultivar makes an exotic looking small shrub. The arching, drooping cordlike foliage is unique, and the texture s...Read More

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Jacksonville, NC | December 2008 | positive

I seen a 4 ft standard form which was already sold, the specimen had three heads shaped into a shaggy poodle form. I can't wait till the...Read More

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