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Thuja occidentalis 'Steeplechase'-Evergreen Conifer-Ideal for Privacy Screens 10/12' h B&B

Thuja occidentalis 'Steeplechase'-Evergreen Conifer-Ideal for Privacy Screens 10/12' h B&B

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Thuja occidentalis 'Steeplechase'

Thuja occidentalis 'Steeplechase'

Description

The 'Steeplechase' American Arborvitae is a dense, evergreen conifer known for its elegant, narrow pyramidal shape. It features rich green foliage that maintains its color year-round, providing a vibrant backdrop in any landscape.

Suggested Uses

This versatile plant is ideal for use as a privacy screen, windbreak, or as a specimen plant in gardens. Its compact form makes it suitable for smaller spaces and urban gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Steeplechase'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Steeplechase' American Arborvitae
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches up to 20-30 feet in height and 5-10 feet in width
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: 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, when young
  • 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 conifers, deciduous shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils.
  • 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 base to protect roots from extreme cold.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for pests such as spider mites and treat as necessary.
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