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Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae

Also Known As

Thujopsis dolabrata var. h.
False Arborvitae
Hiba
Hiba Cedar
Hondae Elkhorn Cypress

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 30'-50'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

6a-8b

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Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae plant details

Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae is a slow-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in acidic and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
Uses: pyramidal, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae

USDA Zones: 6a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: acidic and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The chunky texture of this unique species is accentuated by the golden-yellow frosting on the foliage. A unique variety that is uncommonly seen in cultivation.

By: Conifer Kingdom

The rarely available Northern Japanese variety of this curious monotypic Thuja relative, it has the same thick flattened branchlets but with improved cold tolerance, this will eventually become a tall monoecious tree, perfect for landscaping imported car dealerships.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

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Gardening facts about Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae plant

How to Grow Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondae

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- acidic
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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Thujopsis dolabrata 'Nana'

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