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Thuja plicata 'Sunshine'

Also Known As

  • Sunshine Western Red Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 20'-60'
  • W: 8'-20'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Thuja plicata 'Sunshine' plant details

Thuja plicata 'Sunshine' is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree with gold foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja plicata 'Sunshine'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 8 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 60 FT - tall
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja plicata 'Sunshine'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Whereas some ?yellow? conifers can start to look sick, not this strong grower; its color will never be seen as anything but bright and sunny. S/M
A stunning addition to any landscape, this evergreen conifer has profuse, short branches of yellow foliage. Fabulous in a hedge or as a specimen.
A beautiful, fast growing, yellow variety of the Western Red Cedar that does not burn in full sun. Upright and loose in habit, growing 16" a year. This tree stands out in the landscape like a ray of sunshine!

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Thuja plicata 'Sunshine' plant

How to Grow Thuja plicata 'Sunshine'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 30'-50'

Width: 8'-20'

  • sun - dappled shade
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-2'

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  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

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Size

Height: 12'-14'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

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Size

Height: 6'-8'

Width: 4'-5'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

2a-8b

Size

Height: 60'

Width: 15'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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