Sun Needs:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Best form and density in full sun
- Tolerates some shade but may become sparse
Bloom Time:
- Spring (inconspicuous flowers)
- Small, oblong cones mature in summer
Size:
Height: 20 to 40 feet (some cultivars remain much smaller)
Width: 10 to 15 feet
Attributes:
- Dense, pyramidal to conical form
- Soft, scale-like green foliage
- Reddish-brown bark that peels in strips
- Provides shelter and nesting for birds
- Tolerates clay soil, wet sites, and urban pollution
- Native to northeastern U.S. and southeastern Canada
Care Tips:
- Plant in moist, well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil
- Water regularly during establishment; prefers consistent moisture
- Mulch to retain soil moisture and protect roots
- Prune in early spring to shape or control size
- Protect from heavy snow and ice accumulation
Pest Watch:
- Monitor for deer browsing, bagworms, spider mites, and leaf miners
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