American Arborvitae
Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis
Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Mature Height: 40-60'
Growth Rate: Slow to Medium
Seed Source: Michigan
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36mm Jiffy PlugAvailable: 1780 - Plastic GallonAvailable: 5000+
- Plantable Peat QuartAvailable: 5000+
36mm Jiffy Plug
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAMAG362Y03 | 2 Y | 3 - 6" | 1780 |
| 2.98 | 2.91 | 2.49 | 2.07 | 1.93 | 1.79 |
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Plastic Gallon
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAMPL3Y48 | 3 Y | 48" | 9643 |
| 7.45 | 7.37 | 7.00 | 6.62 | 6.47 | 6.32 |
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| AAMPL2Y12 | 2 Y | 12 - 15" | 2121 |
| 7.05 | 6.97 | 6.60 | 6.22 | 6.07 | 5.92 |
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| AAMPL3Y36 | 3 Y | 36 - 48" | 892 |
| 7.34 | 7.26 | 6.89 | 6.51 | 6.36 | 6.21 |
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| AAMPL4Y48 | 4 Y | 48" |
| 7.45 | 7.37 | 7.00 | 6.62 | 6.47 | 6.32 | |
Plantable Peat Quart
| Item # | Age | Height | Available | 50 | 250 | 500 | 1000 | 2500 | 5000 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AAMPQ3Y48 | 3 Y | 48" | 10320 |
| 5.70 | 5.63 | 5.28 | 4.79 | 4.65 | 4.51 |
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| AAMPQ3Y36 | 3 Y | 36 - 48" | 8184 |
| 5.59 | 5.52 | 5.17 | 4.68 | 4.54 | 4.40 |
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| AAMPQ2Y18 | 2 Y | 18 - 24" | 808 |
| 5.52 | 5.45 | 5.10 | 4.61 | 4.47 | 4.33 |
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| AAMPQ2Y24 | 2 Y | 24 - 36" | 600 |
| 5.63 | 5.56 | 5.21 | 4.72 | 4.58 | 4.44 |
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Notes
Thuja occidentalis, also known as ‘White Cedar", is in the cypress family and native to the northern United States and Canada. Thuja, is from a Greek word for perfume. Squeezing the evergreen leaves releases an aroma that is nothing less than nature's perfume.
Uses
The American Arborvitae tree is often used for landscaping, hedging, privacy screens. Its wood is commonly used for fence posts, boxes, cups, furniture, and other items. Its bark can also be prepared into tea as it is packed with vitamin C.
Wildlife Value
This tree is known for providing shelter and nesting areas for several wild animals.
History & Lore
The American Arborvitae was useful in early canoes and medicines, and became one of the first North American trees introduced into Europe.
Hardiness Zones
3-7
Tree Type
Conifer
Tree Subtype
Arborvitae
Mature Height
40-60'
Mature Spread
10-15'
Growth Rate
Slow to Medium
Seed Source
Michigan
Sun Preference
Full sun, part shade
Soil PH Range
6.0-8.0
Soil Preference
Adaptable, well drained
Tolerant
Drought
Intolerant
Excessive moisture, salt
Diseases
No known diseases
Pests
No known pests
