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Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209

Also Known As

  • American Pillar Arborvitae

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 15'-30'
  • W: 2'-5'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209 plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209 is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant, humidity tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat, humidity, seaside / salt and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Full Speed A Hedge® arborvitae has been selected for its easy to maintain columnar habit, dense branching, and extremely fast growth rate. A beautiful and versatile cultivar with deep, emerald green foliage all the way to the ground. Some shade can be tolerated, but expect the most vigorous growth in full sun. Once established, drought, heat, humidity and cold are easily withstood. Resistant to damage from ice and snow. Fantastic and reliable plants for privacy, blocking unwanted views, hedges or as specimen trees. Under the right conditions, these robust arborvitaes can grow up to 3-4 feet per year!

Gardening facts about Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209 plant

How to Grow Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' PP20209

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • humidity tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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