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Also Known As

  • Western Red Cedar
  • Zebra Giant Arbor
  • Zebra Red Cedar
  • Zebrina Western Arborvitae

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 30'-50'
  • W: 8'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-10b

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Thuja plicata 'Zebrina' plant details

Thuja plicata 'Zebrina' is a moderate-growing evergreen conifer tree with gold, green and variegated foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja plicata 'Zebrina'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold, green and variegated
Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, hedge, pyramidal, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja plicata 'Zebrina'

USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic, average, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Making a handsomely bold statement, this broadly pyramidal tree (vigorous to 30') has feathery foliage intricately and beautifully striped (as in Zebra) with gold. S/M
Striking, elegant conifer with creamy yellow variegation on flattened, feathery foliage, creating zebra-ish patterns (if you really use your imagination). Seems to be moderately slow growing (less than a foot per year for us). Tends to be narrow…eventually 30'+ tall and 12-15' wide? Prefers moist, well drained, acidic soils and sun to moderate shade. It is deer resistant. Branches are lovely in arrangements!
Foliage "zebra-like", yellow striped, later more white striped. Plant grows in a broad conical shape with foliage of yellow and green. Hardy form of Western Red Cedar. Growth Rate fast
This western red cedar is grown for it's striking variegation, yellow at first and then more creamy later. Well drained, acidic soils in a full to part sun location suit it best.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

Broad conical upright tree with variegated yellow and green foliage, evergreen. Hardy to zone 7.
An exceptional conifer with intriguing, bright yellow variegation. Some plants are zebra striped, while others display a gradual blending of colors. For those of you interested in using conifer greens to make arrangements and wreaths, this foliage is beyond compare. In winter, the green takes on a bronze appearance which blends very nicely with the gold. Great for a tall, fast growing hedge or as a specimen. Will reach 40' at maturity.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Thuja plicata 'Zebrina' plant

How to Grow Thuja plicata 'Zebrina'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • gold
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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