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Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar
Thuja plicata 'Grune Kugel'
Pronunciation: THOO-yuh ply-KAY-tuh
SKU #01944
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slow growing; forms a neat mound 12 to 18 in. tall, 18 to 30 in. wide.
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| Description | Bright, shiny mint green foliage forms a dense, neat mound. Compact form is great for lining walkways or featuring at the front of shrub borders. Plant en masse to fill small areas. Tips of foliage become an attractive bronze in winter. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Weigela (Weigela); Lilac (Syringa); Coneflower (Echinacea) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; dislikes dry conditions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply a thick layer of mulch to root zone to protect in exposed sites or cold winter regions. Apply fertilizer in early spring. |
| Lore | The species Thuja plicata is a magnificent cedar, much revered by the northwest Native peoples. Such was their respect and dependence on this tree that it was called "tree of life." The soft yet durable wood was used to build longhouses and dugout canoes, as well as numerous items necessary for daily life. Fiber was woven from strips of bark to create clothing, bedding and mats, and branchlets and roots added strength to heavy rope and baskets. |
Details
| Description | Bright, shiny mint green foliage forms a dense, neat mound. Compact form is great for lining walkways or featuring at the front of shrub borders. Plant en masse to fill small areas. Tips of foliage become an attractive bronze in winter. Evergreen. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Compact Form |
| Problems/Solutions | Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Weigela (Weigela); Lilac (Syringa); Coneflower (Echinacea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; dislikes dry conditions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply a thick layer of mulch to root zone to protect in exposed sites or cold winter regions. Apply fertilizer in early spring. |
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History
| Lore | The species Thuja plicata is a magnificent cedar, much revered by the northwest Native peoples. Such was their respect and dependence on this tree that it was called "tree of life." The soft yet durable wood was used to build longhouses and dugout canoes, as well as numerous items necessary for daily life. Fiber was woven from strips of bark to create clothing, bedding and mats, and branchlets and roots added strength to heavy rope and baskets. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar evergreen or deciduous?
Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar?
Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Compact Form.
Is Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar resistant to pests or animals?
Very Wet Areas
How fast does Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar grow?
Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar has a Slow growth rate.
Where can I use Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar in my landscape?
Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar is suitable for: Border.
What color is the foliage of Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar?
Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar?
Good companion plants for Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar include: Snowberry (Symphoricarpos); Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Weigela (Weigela); Lilac (Syringa); Coneflower (Echinacea).
How do I care for Grune Kugel Western Red Cedar?
Thrives in humus-rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils; dislikes dry conditions. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency, once established. Apply a thick layer of mulch to root zone to protect in exposed sites or cold winter regions. Apply fertilizer in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.