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RedCrocus Leprechaun Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata | Compact evergreen conifer, ideal for small gardens & containers, low-maintenance, deer resistant, soft bright green foliage 5/6" h B&B

RedCrocus Leprechaun Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata | Compact evergreen conifer, ideal for small gardens & containers, low-maintenance, deer resistant, soft bright green foliage 5/6" h B&B

Regular price $700.00 USD
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SKU:nte9997-redcrocus

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Leprechaun' Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata 'Leprechaun'

Description

This compact conifer features dense, bright green foliage with a unique pyramidal shape, making it an attractive addition to gardens and landscape borders. It maintains a slow to moderate growth rate and is well-suited for smaller spaces.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for small gardens, privacy screens, hedges, and container gardening.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Leprechaun' Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata 'Leprechaun'
  • Common Name: Leprechaun' Western Red Cedar
  • Size & Growth: Typically 2-3 ft tall and wide at maturity, with a slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 4-7
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen conifer with dense foliage
  • Bloom Time: Does not produce flowers, conifer cones are not showy
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental shrubs, perennials

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space appropriately for growth needs.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Adaptable to various soils, prefers loamy or sandy soil.
  • Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; prune to shape or remove dead branches.
  • Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and excessive snow load if in exposed locations.
  • Planting Depth: Plant so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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