Sunshine Western Red Cedar
Thuja plicata 'Sunshine'
SKU
01945
The pendulous tips of the foliage are bright gold, becoming noticeably bronze in winter. A striking specimen or hedge. Foliage does not burn in full sun as with many gold conifers. Evergreen.
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Full sun
Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | THOO-yuh Pli-CAH-tuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Reaches 15-20 ft. tall, 5-6 ft. wide in 10 years; to 60-70 ft. with age. |
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Pyramidal |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Landscape Use | Hedge, Privacy Screen, Specimen |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Year-round Interest, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly, when top 3 in. of soil is dry. |
Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
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