Thujopsis dolabrata

Also Known As

Deerhorn Cedar
False Arborvitae
HIba
Hiba Arborvitae
Hiba Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 30'-100'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

6a-10b

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Thujopsis dolabrata plant details

Thujopsis dolabrata is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Does well in acidic, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thujopsis dolabrata

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 100 FT - tall
Uses: pyramidal

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thujopsis dolabrata

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: humidity and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An attractive conifer easily recognized by its large flattened bright-green sprays of silver-backed leaves. This wonderful evergreen 30-50' tree/large shrub has a dense, broadly conical habit. This plant can be used to create a wonderful screen. S/M

By: Forestfarm

This native of Japan and China has beautiful foliage and a dense pyramidal shape! Foliage is somewhat similar to a Thuja (Arbovitae) but larger. The scale-like leaves are bright or dark green with white markings underneath and these scales overlap to form flattened, rope-like shoots. Branches are arranged in flattened sprays. 3/4" cones. Bark is reddish brown and furrowed into thin strips. Site plant out of sweeping winds. Almost never available in the trade. A plant for a collector and yet not difficult. Winter color change varies with cloan. For most, there is no color change in winter.

By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

An impressive, slow growing pyramidal tree. This unique Japanese native resembles the common Thuja; however, it is distinguished by its broader, flatter, fan like branchlets. The soft foliage is arranged in haphazard whorls, displaying the glossy green surface and the distinct white underside markings simultaneously across the plant. The bark is thin and reddish-brown, flaking in papery layers. Providing adequate moisture and fertile soil will ensure a display of dense foliage that can highlight any area.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

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Photo of Thujopsis dolabrata by Karl Gercens III

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By: Karl Gercens III

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Gardening facts about Thujopsis dolabrata plant

How to Grow Thujopsis dolabrata

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- even moisture
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- humidity tolerant
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy

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Thujopsis dolabrata 'Nana'

aka Thujopsis dolabrata 'Compacta', Thujopsis dolobrata 'Compacta', Thujopsis dolobrata 'Nana', Compact False Arborvitae, Dwarf Elk Horn Cedar, Nana False Hiba Cedar