THUJA koraiensis
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THUJA koraiensis
Commonly known as Korean arborvitae
Foliage carried in flattened frond-like sprays which are sea-green above and conspicuously white underneath. An attractive Korean species
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Pests & Diseases
Possibly Phytophora but generally pest and disease free -
Place of origin
North and South Korea -
Evergreen
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Town garden
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Woodland garden
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Height
10 metres -
Spread
8 metres -
Conifer
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Tree
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Pruning group 1
Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.
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Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented foliagePleasant smell of almonds
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Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Tolerates all
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Full sun
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