Photo of Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip'

Also Known As

  • Thuja occidentalis 'Snowtip'
  • Snow Tip American Arborvitae
  • Snow Tip White Cedar

Plant type

tree, shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip' is an evergreen conifer shrub or tree with green, variegated and white foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip'

Plant type: conifer shrub or tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Uses: dwarf, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The brilliant white tips of new growth on this wide-spreading dwarf-conifer ages to a lovely cream... a fine show. S/M

Gardening facts about Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip' plant

How to Grow Thuja occidentalis 'Snow Tip'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • 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

Shrub, Conifer

Zones

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Size

Height: 1'-2'

Width: 1'-2'

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

Tree, Conifer

Zones

3a-8b

Size

Height: 12'-14'

Width: 3'-4'

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

Tree, Conifer

Zones

5a-10b

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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