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Techny American Arborvitae-Evergreen Shrub-Dense Pyramidal Shape 6/7' h B&B

Techny American Arborvitae-Evergreen Shrub-Dense Pyramidal Shape 6/7' h B&B

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Thuja occidentalis 'Techny' Information Page
Thuja occidentalis 'Techny' - Plant Catalog

Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'

Description

Thuja occidentalis 'Techny', commonly known as Techny American Arborvitae, is a dense, pyramidal evergreen shrub known for its rich, dark green foliage. It is a popular choice for hedges and screens due to its uniform shape and low maintenance requirements.

Suggested Uses

This plant is ideal for use as a privacy hedge, windbreak, or as a specimen plant in a landscape. It can also be used in foundation plantings and is suitable for both residential and commercial landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Techny'
  • Common Name Common Name: Techny American Arborvitae
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Typically grows to 10-15 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes, with proper care
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, spacing plants 5-10 feet apart for hedges
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for spider mites and bagworms, treat as necessary
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