About
A dwarf, low and spreading coniferous shrub to 30cm tall, with flattened sprays of yellow-green new growth; the foliage becomes greener as the season progresses.
About the genus
Thujopsis are evergreen conifers with flat sprays of aromatic, scale-like leaves and insignificant flowers, followed by small cones with leathery scales
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectEast-facing, South-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeConifers, Shrubs
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height10-20 years
Suggested usesCity and courtyard gardens, Rock garden
Care notes
CultivationGrow in moist but well-drained, fertile, humus-rich soil in full sun with shelter from cold, drying winds
PruningNo pruning required
PropagationPropagate by seed or semi-ripe cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free