Thuja occidentalis 'Douglasii Aurea'

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Connon Nursery

 

Description

This conifer will grow to 12'-15' tall and 10' wide. It has small, scaled light green and yellow green leaves. 'Douglasii Aurea' grows into a pyramid shaped tree. It prefers full sun and acidic moist soil. It does not like wind so plant in a sheltered area. Some folks are allergic to the foliage.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Conifer, Shrub

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Light Green, Yellow Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Loam

 

Soil Condition

Moist

 

Soil pH

Acid

 

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal

 

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Background, Patio

 

Special Uses

Filler, Hedge, Screen

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.