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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before you sow.
Can American arborvitae be used for a privacy screen?
Can American arborvitae be used for a privacy screen?
Yes. The product page specifically lists screening rows and privacy planting among its landscape uses.
How should young Thuja seedlings be protected?
How should young Thuja seedlings be protected?
Keep moisture controlled, provide suitable light, and protect young plants from severe weather while they establish.
Does American arborvitae stay green in winter?
Does American arborvitae stay green in winter?
Yes. It is an evergreen tree, so its foliage can remain green through the colder season in suitable climates.
Can Thuja be planted in a row?
Can Thuja be planted in a row?
Yes. Row planting is commonly used for screening, with spacing adjusted to the desired mature size and local conditions.
Can American arborvitae grow in a container?
Can American arborvitae grow in a container?
Young plants can be container grown, but long-term growth is better suited to open ground.
Does Thuja need regular pruning?
Does Thuja need regular pruning?
Light shaping can maintain a neat screen, while excessive cutting into old wood should be avoided.
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