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Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone'

Also Known As

  • Emerald Cone Western Red Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 50'-80'
  • W: 20'-40'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone' plant details

Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone' is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 20 FT - 40 FT - wide, 50 FT - 80 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An extremely garden tolerant native conifer that forms a pyramidal tree to 80' tall in ideal conditions. This selection has rich emerald green foliage held in flat sprays heavily scented of cedar. Plant in full sun or part shade and provide regular or occasional water. Amazingly adaptable, it can be used in almost any setting if given ample room to grow. Plants will even tolerate shearing for use as a formal hedge. Hardy to 0 °F. California, Western North America.

Gardening facts about Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone' plant

How to Grow Thuja plicata 'Emerald Cone'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Plant Type

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Zones

5a-10b

Size

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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

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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

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Width: 4'-5'

  • sun
  • even moisture - regular
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Plant Type

Tree, Conifer

Zones

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Size

Height: 60'

Width: 15'

  • sun
  • even moisture - drought tolerant
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