HOLMSTRUP CEDAR / ARBORVITAE
Holmstrups are a true staple in the Alberta landscape for a good reason. Where some Arborvitae varieties struggle to weather our tough winters; the Holmstrup typically thrives. Its glossy, dense evergreen foliage, offers a picturesque, west coast feel, year-round. It’s slow growth, low maintenance, and moderate size make it a perfect set-and-forget perimeter option.
What You Need To Know
- Appearance: Dense, scale-like foliage in deep green. Maintains an upright, narrow columnar form.
- Size:
- Height: 8-12 feet tall
- Spread: 3-4 feet wide
- Growth Rate: 6-12 inches once established
- Light Requirements: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Soil: Adapts to various soils but thrives in moist, well-draining conditions.
- Water: Water regularly when young. Once established, it tolerates some drought.
- Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 3-7.
- Uses: Privacy screens, specimen plants, containers, foundation plantings.
Interesting Facts:
- A Modern Cultivar: Developed from Eastern White Cedar (Thuja occidentalis), the Holmstrup Cedar is a relatively new cultivar, recognized for its dwarf stature and ideal for smaller landscapes.
- Tolerates Shade: Unlike many other cedars that prefer full sun, the Holmstrup Cedar can tolerate some shade, making it versatile for planting under trees or in north-facing locations.
Tips:
- If using for a privacy screen, installing slow release fertilizer spikes once a year will make the plants dramatically more full and effective!
- To ensure a good screen ensure as little sun interference as possible. Like many conifers Arborvitae will grow much fuller with more sun.
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