Product Review
Culture: Good in cold climates. Grow in average, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Somewhat wide range of soil tolerance, but prefers moist, neutral to alkaline, well-drained loams (especially of some limestone content). Intolerant of dry conditions. Best in full sun, but generally appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer areas. Avoid full shade. Avoid exposed, windy sites. Generally quite adaptable and tolerant once established. Uses: Foundations and landscapes. Best used as a screen or hedge.
- Other Names: White Cedar, Eastern White Cedar, Yellow Cedar, Northern White Cedar, Atlantic Cedar, Eastern Arborvitae
- Soil Type: Prefers cool, moist, nutrient rich sites. Soils: clay, loam, sand, acidic, slightly alkaline, well-drained. Grows well along rivers.
- Zones: 2 to 7 Best used as a screen or hedge.
- The American Arborvitae is a slow growing evergreen tree that reaches 25 to 40 feet tall. Known as the 'Tree of Life' it can live for 400 to 800 years. Recommended as a hedge tree, buffer strips around parking lots and screens. The American Aborvitae prefers high humidity and tolerates wet soils. Germination Range: 50-70%
- Stratification Requirement: None required.
