Holmstrup Eastern Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Holmstrup'

Pronunciation: THOO-yuh ok-si-den-TAY-lis
SKU #07293
3-8

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This densely branched, compact, naturally narrow and conical evergreen has a neat, formal appearance. Holds dark green color well throughout the cold season. Provides year-round interest as a landscape accent or foundation plant. Use en masse as an effective windbreak or screen. Creates an attractive frame when planted in pairs.
LIGHT: Full sun, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Slow growing; reaches 5 to 7 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide in 10 years.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 3-8

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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant
Growth RateSlow
Growth HabitPyramidal
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak
Design IdeasThe dense form of this evergreen is impressive planted in a row along the edge of the garden or along the drive. It lends a formal look to the garden, and makes a good foil to shrubs with a more casual form. Planted singly, it makes a fine statement.
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsSmoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis)
Care InstructionsThrives in enriched, evenly moist, loamy, well-drained soils; dislikes dry conditions. Mulch around root zone and shelter from drying winds. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape.
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Bloom TimeConifer; prized for foliage.
Deciduous/EvergreenEvergreen
Special FeaturesEasy Care, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Problems/SolutionsCoastal Exposure, Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution, Black Walnut Tolerant
Growth RateSlow
Growth HabitPyramidal
Style
Landscape UseBorder, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak
Design IdeasThe dense form of this evergreen is impressive planted in a row along the edge of the garden or along the drive. It lends a formal look to the garden, and makes a good foil to shrubs with a more casual form. Planted singly, it makes a fine statement.
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsSmoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives in enriched, evenly moist, loamy, well-drained soils; dislikes dry conditions. Mulch around root zone and shelter from drying winds. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. For a tidy appearance, prune annually to shape.

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in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.

We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.