Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

Also Known As

Techny American Arborvitae
Techny Eastern Arborvitae
Techny White Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 10'-15'
W: 6'-10'

planting zones

2b-8b

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Thuja occidentalis 'Techny' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Techny' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in clay and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 15 FT - tall
Uses: hedge, pyramidal, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

USDA Zones: 2b - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: pollution and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: clay and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Broad, pyramidal form with excellent dark green foliage all year round. Very good head plant although a bit slow growing. Dirr says it's the best form for northern areas. Discovered in Mission Gardens, Techny, IL.