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Platycladus occidentalis

American Arborvitae

Plant photo of: Platycladus occidentalis
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This evergreen tree will grow 30'-60' tall and 10'-15' wide. It has small, scaled, light green leaves that turn brown in severe cold weather.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer, Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6', 12-25', 25-40', 40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low, Low, Medium, High

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Japanese, Ranch

Accenting Features

Silhouette

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.