Overview
Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) is a columnar upright conifers in the genus Thuja, part of the Cupressaceae family, with evergreen foliage. It typically grows around 1.5-2.5 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 5-10 years. Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. It is low maintenance.
About
Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold' PBR) is a cultivar of white cedar, a rapidly growing evergreen conifer with a narrow, columnar upright habit. It reaches a height of 1.5 to 2.5 metres with a spread of 0.5 to 1 metre over 5 to 10 years. This cultivar features flat sprays of aromatic, scale-like foliage and is suitable for growing in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and requires no pruning, making it a low-maintenance choice for architectural or informal gardens.
About the genus
Thuja is a genus of coniferous tree or shrub in the Cupressaceae. There are five species in the genus, two native to North America and three native to eastern Asia. The genus is monophyletic and sister to Thujopsis.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Thuja
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
Plant details
Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conifers
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Height
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 5-10 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR)?
Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) need?
Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How big does Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) grow?
Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd ('Janed Gold'PBR) reaches a height of 1.5-2.5 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 5-10 years to reach full size.
More in the Thuja genus
- Thuja occidentalis 'Smokey'Northern White-Cedar
- Thuja occidentalis 'Southport'Northern White-Cedar
- Thuja plicata 'Excelsa'western red cedar 'Excelsa'
- Thuja plicata 'Kager's Beauty'Western Redcedar