Taxon

Thuja occidentalis 'Ericoides'

 
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Thuja occidentalis 'Ericoides' - heath-like American arborvitae
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Common name: heath-like American arborvitae
Family: Cupressaceae (cypress family)
Distribution: Species native to e. North America
Hardiness: USDA Zone 3
Life form: Evergreen tree
Comments: A selection dating back to mid-19th century that was selected for its juvenile foliar nature as needles are entirely awl-shaped, 1/8" long, soft dull green in summer changing to bronze-purple in winter. Habit is generally upright to 5-6' with a loose, flexible nature.
Links: American Conifer Society Database • Missouri Botanical Garden Kemper Center- Plant Finder

Locations

  • 1: HAM: AX08 (AX08) • Accession: D1932-0079.002 • Provenance: Cultivated of Garden Origin
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