Danica American arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones2 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Slow
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom color
- Non-flowering
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Danica' American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Danica') is a shrub for borders, containers, rock gardens, and foundation plantings. It is hardy to USDA zone 2, or down to -50°F (-46°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist soil of most types. It grows slowly into a dense, fragrant evergreen mound that adds winter interest and attracts birds. It sits low on the menu for deer. Give it room to stay tidy with little care.
Pairs well with Rock soapwort, Red fescue, and Abbotswood shrubby cinquefoil.