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Thuja occidentalis 'Joe's Pillar'

Also Known As

  • Joe's Pillar Arborvitae

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 5'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Thuja occidentalis 'Joe's Pillar' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Joe's Pillar' is an evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 'Joe's Pillar'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 5 FT tall
Uses: border plant, container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Joe's Pillar'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This slender conifer has a somewhat sculptural appearance with dense foliage and a unique texture. Named by Josef Braeu of Edelweiss Nursery

Gardening facts about Thuja occidentalis 'Joe's Pillar' plant

How to Grow Thuja occidentalis 'Joe's Pillar'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 8'-20'

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  • even moisture - regular
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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

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Zones

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  • even moisture - regular
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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 15'

  • sun
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