Slowly forming a dense cone-shaped mound of golden foliage, which emerges with a pink flush in spring, this attractive evergreen provides year-round interest. Use it as a stand alone specimen in the garden, or incorporate it into the borders where it will act as an attractive backdrop, while adding structural interest.
How to care for Thuja occidentalis Rheingold:
Trim, if necessary, in spring and again in late summer to maintain a neat shape. When young, protect from cold, drying winds.
Eventual height:
1.5m
Eventual spread:
1m
Rate of growth:
Slow growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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Humans: Harmful if eaten; skin allergen