Thuja Plant
Description
- Thuja, also known as Arborvitae or Cedar, is a versatile evergreen shrub prized for its dense foliage and conical shape. Originating from North America and East Asia, it's valued for its ornamental beauty and practical uses.
Features & benefits
- Provides year-round interest with its dense foliage and attractive shape.
- Adds year-round greenery and structure to gardens.
- Can be trimmed to shape or maintained for desired size, making it versatile for landscaping purposes.
- Evergreen tree or shrub with scale-like leaves arranged in flattened sprays.
- Grows in a conical or columnar shape, ideal for hedges, screens, or as a specimen plant.
- Low-maintenance and deer-resistant, suitable for landscaping in various climates.
Care Guide
- Light: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Watering: Water deeply once a week, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining, fertile soil with good pH levels.
- Temperature: Tolerates a wide range but prefers cool to moderate climates.
- Humidity: Thrives in moderate humidity levels.
- Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Pruning: Regular pruning to maintain shape and size.