Buy Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'

Also Known As

Thuja occidentalis 'Danika'
Danica Arborvitae

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

2a-8b

9-12 inch | $46

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Thuja occidentalis 'Danica' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Danica' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Uses: compact, container plant, dwarf, hedge, winter interest, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'

USDA Zones: 2a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Compact form of American arborvitae with green summer foliage giving way to a different brown color in winter. Found by Arne Jenson in 1952 in Denmark. Introduced by Danslanex Nursery in Denmark.

By: Bloom River Gardens

Thuja occidentalis 'Danica' - A dwarf green form of Arborvitae. Leaves are an emerald green on a a plant that is very compact. Almost obtusa like. First found by Arne Jenson in 1952 in Denmark. First introduced by Danslanex Nursery, Denmark.

By: Kigi Nursery

DWARF Rounded form and tight growth on this plant make it perfect for a hedge or even focal plantings in a formal garden. Its size, 2-3', and shape are also good for flanking a driveway entrance or foundation plantings.