Varieties of undersized thujas and how they reproduce. Tui the best varieties

In "Modern decorative nursery » 15 varieties of western thuja are grown. Among the many ornamental varieties of thuja, we chose for breeding long-tested, widespread and winter-hardy in the conditions of central Russia. From a wide variety of garden forms (there are already more than 120 of them), we selected varieties for the assortment that differ in needle color, size in adulthood and the nature of the crown. This approach allows us to meet the needs of customers when choosing varieties for various landscaping purposes, which can be divided into three areas:

1 – the use of tall thujas with the correct geometric shape of the crown as hedges;

2 – the use of varieties of thuja with different crown shapes and with contrasting colors of needles in solitary plantings and in landscape compositions;

3 – the use of dwarf varieties of western thuja in the design of rockeries and rock gardens.

To create hedges From our range we can offer the following varieties:

(Thuja occidentalis "Brabant") - perhaps the most popular tree for this purpose, 4-5 meters high and with a crown diameter of up to 1.5 meters. The crown is columnar, the needles are green, slightly turning brown in the winter months. Fast growing variety with an annual growth of 30-35 cm in height and 15 cm in width. Very cold hardy. Perfectly tolerates a haircut, undemanding to growing conditions. Widely used to create a hedge, creates the effect of "solid green wall". You can buy thuja Brabant in the nursery in various sizes and almost at any time of the year.

(Thuja occidentalis "Columna") - a tree with a narrow columnar crown up to 6-7 meters high and up to 1.3 meters in diameter. The structure of the crown is dense, compact. The color of the needles is dark green, almost not changing color in winter. grows quite quickly up to 20 cm per year. Undemanding to soils. Winter hardiness is high. It is interesting when creating hedges in the "Mediterranean" style, and is also used as a single solo plant, reminiscent of Crimean cypress trees with its silhouette.

(Thuja occidentalis "Smaragd") - a tree up to 4-4.5 meters high, having a pronounced conical shape, a very dense structure. The needles are dark green, very saturated color. In winter, it practically does not burn out. The growth rate is low. Demanding on growing conditions. Sotr prefers highly fertile soil and regular watering. In the "hedge" in the upper part it does not close, therefore it is used to conditionally delimit the garden space. Excellent as a tapeworm in a single landing. The most presentable and best variety of conical thuja. Widely represented in the nursery. You can buy thuja Smaragd from a small size in a 2-liter container to a large tree with a clod of earth.

Thuja western Holmstrup ( Thuja occidentalis "Holmstrup") - a tree up to 3-3.5 meters high with a crown diameter of up to 1 meter, with a columnar crown. The structure of the needles is very dense, one might say "curly". Unusually beautiful and does not change color in winter. undemanding to soils, frost-resistant, tolerates shearing well. We recommend this thuja variety to "lazy gardeners". The growth rate is very low. In hedges, pruning can be done once every two years. Can be used for single landings and rockeries. The plant nursery also offers thuja western holmstrup in a shaped version in various geometric shapes.

(Thuja occidentalis "Fastigiata") - very variable variety with a columnar crown shape, with shoots tightly pressed to the trunk. The needles are from light green to dark green. Reaches a height of up to 6 meters in the middle zone of Russia. Undemanding to soil fertility and growing conditions. Very winter hardy. Buying a thuja western Fastigiata and making a tall hedge while covering an unsightly industrial landscape or an awkward building on a neighboring property is a great idea. And this variety of thuja is well suited for this.

For solitary and group plantings In addition to the varieties listed above, you can use the following varieties grown in our nursery:

(Thuja occidentalis "Sunkist") - large, dense, shrub. Height 3-5 m, crown diameter 1-2 m. The crown is conical. The needles of young plants are bright golden yellow, changing to lemon yellow with age, and bronze in winter. It grows quite slowly. It is undemanding to soil conditions, photophilous, tolerates a haircut well. Frost-resistant. Recommended for colorful mixed compositions and single landings.

(Thuja occidentalis "Cloth of Gold") - low shrub up to 2 meters high. The crown is elongated-ovoid or conical dense. The needles are very beautiful, delicate, yellow-orange, copper-yellow in winter.　 Grows slowly. They require fertile, well-aerated soils, with an alkaline reaction. Shade-tolerant. Recommended for color compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis "Wagneri") – tree up to 3.5 m high. The crown is dense, ovoid or conical-ovoid. Shoots thin, ascending. The needles are dark green with a gray bloom, reddish in winter. Winter-hardy, but may suffer from snowfall. Demanding on fertility and soil moisture. Grows best in open areas. Recommended for single and group landings.

(Thuja occidentalis "Globosa") - a shrub of spherical shape with a height and diameter of up to 2 m. The shoots are flat, densely spaced, overlapping, evenly growing to the sides. The needles are shiny green, gray-green or brownish in winter. Winter-hardy. Needs fertile, moist soils. Recommended for single and group landings.

The plant nursery also grows dwarf varieties of thuja for creating compositions and planting plants in rockeries. From this group, we can offer the 5 most popular varieties:

(Thuja occidentalis "Danica") - low shrub up to 60 cm high and up to 1 m in diameter. The crown is spherical. Shoots are short, densely spaced. The needles are dense, soft, light green, shiny, slightly bronze in winter. Grows slowly. From a young age, it retains an almost perfect spherical shape. It is undemanding to soil conditions, shade-tolerant, frost-resistant. It is used in compositions, rock gardens, to create borders, ideal for landscaping small areas.

(Thuja occidentalis "Golden Globe") - shrub of rounded shape up to 1 m high and up to 1 m in diameter. The color of the needles is golden yellow. Grows slowly. Needs fertile and moist soils. Quite winter hardy. Recommended for rock gardens and color compositions in small gardens.

(Thuja occidentalis "Woodwardii") - dwarf variety with a height of 1.5 - 2.0 m, width - up to 2 m. The shape of the crown is spherical, wide-round in old age. Shoots are straight, flat. The needles are dark green in summer and winter, do not change color. Demanding on fertility and soil moisture. It is winter-hardy, but in severe winters the ends of annual shoots freeze slightly. Suitable for rock gardens and lawn plantings.

(Thuja occidentalis "Hoseri") - undersized variety with a spherical crown with a diameter of up to 0.6 m. The needles are dark green. The variety is demanding on fertility and soil moisture, it is quite winter-hardy. Recommended for rock gardens, good for creating low borders.

(Thuja occidentalis "Stolwijk") – shrub up to 1.5 m high. The shape of the crown is hemispherical, the lower part is dense, the upper part is sparse with several trunks. The needles are green, young growths are yellow-white. Needs fertile and moist soils. Recommended for rock gardens, Japanese gardens, compositions.

Now becoming widespread landscaping of balconies, terraces, offices and other premises with trees in containers. For these purposes, from the varieties we have, you can use the following: "Danica", "Hoseri", "Golden Globe", "Smaragd", Globosa .

In our nursery you can purchase all the listed varieties of western thuja of different ages and sizes. All plants are sold well rooted either with a closed root system or with an earthen ball, which allows us to guarantee their survival.

Tui of all varieties pass the entire growing cycle in the nursery from the cutting to the adult plant. We sell our own planting material grown in our nursery! We are waiting for your visit!

On garden plots, in squares, near administrative and office buildings, you can see thuja - an ornamental plant with elegant carved branches. Let's talk about her.

These coniferous trees and shrubs are close relatives of the proud. Most types of thuja are evergreen, but there are other shades: golden, blue, salad. The crown of the plants is quite dense, and the needles (very fragrant) are scaly. It is located crosswise. Among the branches, small cones are almost invisible, usually having a greenish color. The reddish-brown bark is smooth.

Species and varieties

There are two varieties of thuja: western and eastern. The last one is from East Asia. He loves heat and light very much, therefore it is grown in our country only in the form of indoor plants. They clean the air well in the room. Western thuja came to Europe in 1540 from North American and Canadian forests. The plant is frost-resistant, tolerates the domestic climate well. It is more often used for landscaping - not too troublesome and not very expensive.

In shape, spherical and cone-shaped varieties of western thuja are distinguished - there are more than 120 of them. Crowns are symmetrical, easy to form. In height there are both small (dwarf varieties no more than 30 centimeters) and large twelve-meter trees. With age, the pyramidal shape of the crown is transformed into an ovoid. Plants live for a long time - a century, or even twice as long.

Spherical varieties

There are many variations of thuja with a round crown shape. One of them - Danica - will be discussed in the article. They are well suited for decorating a rock garden, creating a hedge or incorporating them into picturesque flower-wood compositions. Five-year-old or seven-year-old trees can be planted on a permanent habitat. They are propagated by cuttings.

Partial shade and fertile loams are favorable for all species. Groundwater is undesirable. If they are close, then drainage is needed - 20 cm. Soil mixture - two parts of the earth with the addition of one part of sand and peat. Plus mineral fertilizer. Plant only with a clod of earth! We place the neck of the root at ground level - certainly not higher and not lower. The first month under each tree weekly (in summer or when it is very dry - twice as often) pour 10 liters of water. When leaving, loosening is good,.

Danica

This miniature spherical thuja variety received the name Danica because it appeared in Denmark in the middle of the last century. The plant is only 60 cm tall and with a meter crown volume has soft green needles (brownish-green in winter) color. The needles, thin, silky, stretch upwards.

Danica grows in height slowly - in one year from 4 to 5 cm. And the girth of the crown increases even less - about 3 or 4 cm. The maximum size is acquired by a tree that is 15 years old. For propagation, the cutting method is used. You can take seedlings, which, when planted, are placed at a distance of 40 cm to 3 m.

You need to choose places without strong winds, not in deep shade. Partial shade or sun (but not scorching) is a great option. The pit is deepened from 60 cm to a meter - depending on the size of the root system. In the spring they add organic matter, saltpeter, ash. In winter, it is desirable to cover young plants.

Most often this variety is used for beautiful borders.. The crown is malleable, and real works of art can be made from it. Animals, for example, or castle walls. Danica combines very well with ovoid and cone trees, forming magnificent compositions corresponding to the "golden section".

In the nursery, plants with a height of 25 to 40 cm will cost from 900 rubles to 3.2 thousand rubles.

Brabant

This variety (Brabant) grows fast. In the volume of a conical branched crown, it adds 15 cm per year, and in height - 40 cm each. In our latitudes, adult trees usually do not exceed 4 or 5 m. The branches fall beautifully to the very ground, and the needles do not lose their green color even in winter .

The variety is hardy and undemanding to any land, but it will look freshest on loams that are distinguished by fertility. And then the branches will thin out, and the foliage will turn pale. As well as in too dense a shade. And the scorching sun is not suitable for Brabant - in this case it will be hard in the winter cold. But the penumbra is what you need. Planting (preferably in spring) is done in a hole up to a meter deep (we arrange drainage in wet and heavy lands). Nitroammophoska will not be superfluous - half a kilogram under one tree (adult). When planting an alley of trees of this variety, they maintain an inter-row distance of 6 to 8 m, and the seedlings are dug in at a distance of 3 to 4 m from each other.

Young plants are protected from the cold by wrapping them in thick paper and burlap in the first and second years. And cover with spruce branches. And after 2 or 3 years (not earlier), you can start trimming, giving the desired shape. If we want to get a dense wall, then a couple of times a season we cut a tree. And do not be zealous - cut off a third of the shoot, no more.

This variety is good for framing garden plots and private houses. Trees can be planted in the form of an alley. Near a public building or office, plants will delight with greenery all year round.

In the nursery, seedlings of this species (height from 100 to 175 cm) will cost from 1.3 to 1.8 thousand rubles.

Emerald

Smaragd is very reminiscent of cypress with its grace, slenderness, narrow pyramidal crown (quite dense, up to 2 m in diameter). Trees grow up to 3–5 m, delighting with emerald green needles, which do not lose their freshness even in winter. Slow annual growth (up to 10 cm up, and half as wide) is a distinctive feature of the variety. Smaragd lives up to 150 years.

The variety responds well to lands with lime content. Reproduction - cuttings or seeds, planting - in spring or summer. Planted with a clod of earth in the sun or in light shade, watered weekly. Loosen carefully, no deeper than 10 cm - the roots are close. The plant does not tolerate the dry season well - spraying is needed at this time. In the first winter they cover. A protective layer of mulch 5–8 cm will protect the roots. Pruning is done every 2 or 3 years.

The variety is suitable for creating garden compositions, and separately the trees are attractive. They are good as a container culture, and as a living green fence. They also have medicinal benefits - they clean and ionize the air.

In the nursery, plants of this species (height from 100 to 250 cm) will cost from 700 rubles to 15 thousand rubles.

Propagation by cuttings - planting thuja in the open field

The elementary method is with the help of cuttings. Even in a jar of water, they take root perfectly. They make cuttings in the autumn, when the shoots are strong and powerful. If you decide to use this method, do not collect too much water in the container. Let it be only at the bottom, otherwise the roots may rot. And lower the branches there a little - no more than three pieces.

If there is a desire to get stronger plants, then it is better to plant cuttings in a greenhouse. They take shoots with stiff bark, which are 2 or 3 years old. You can take a young shoot 50 cm long with a piece of "heel" (wood from the trunk). They get this result by abruptly cutting off the branch.

Where we plant thuja, you need to achieve a humidity of 70 percent. To do this, you need to purchase a humidifier or constantly spray water. There should be a lot of light, so we make the walls and roof of the greenhouse transparent. You can also use lighting. The soil is common for thuja (earth, peat, sand).

The cuttings (with the needles removed below) need to lie down in the water for a couple of hours, and then they are treated with potassium permanganate and dug into the grooves, deepening by 2–3 cm. Then we regularly spray and wait until new shoots appear. Then you need to harden the plants, taking them out of the greenhouse into the air. In November, we cover the seedlings well and send them for the winter.

Growing seeds and caring for a tree at home

This method is longer, but it carries considerable benefits. For example, to make a living green fence, you can’t buy enough plants - it will come out expensive. And if you plant the seeds, then in 3-4 years you can get the seedlings yourself. And in any quantity. The first year will give an increase of only 7 cm, but the second - already 50!

To plant seeds, you need to prepare them correctly. This is done in August-September, while the cones are not yet open. They are cut off and placed in one layer on a spread oilcloth where it is dry and warm. When they open, you can take the seeds and plant them. This must be done immediately, otherwise after 3 months the germination will decrease.

In the fall, we either sow a garden bed on the site, or plant the seeds in a box. One part of sand, 4 parts of peat and 2 parts of earth is the best option. Then we draw the grooves every 5 or 6 cm, and put the seeds in them. Pour the earth mixture on top by 1 cm. The top of the box should rise 2 or 3 cm above its level. We ram it, we moisten it a little.

We put the box in the area under the tree and wait for the end of winter. As soon as the earth warms up to 10-15 degrees, the seeds will begin to germinate. It will take a couple of weeks, and shoots will appear. These seedlings do not yet have scales, but needles. Only after 2 or 3 months will the needles be the same as those of an adult tree.

Twice a month we carry out top dressing with complex mineral fertilizer. And then we leave it again for the winter. In the first autumn, the garden can be planted after 30 cm for growing (school). Add ash, humus and nitroammophoska.

For more information on how to plant a thuja, see the video:

Growing thuja is not too difficult. Seedlings are not afraid of either Russian cold weather or dry summer. You can grow a tree from a cutting, as well as seeds that have fallen out of the collected cones.

Wherein:

• bright greenery will delight in all seasons of the year;
• trees will live for a very long time, without requiring special care;
• healing and pleasant coniferous aroma will purify the air and improve health;
• a thuja hedge, skillfully designed, can be a source of pride.

Very interesting and instructive. And I did this, at the beginning of July I simply tore off a soft branch of a nominal new growth. It should have three internodes from last year. Then you need to choose a place for landing warm and sunny. Then we spill the landing site well and clean our stem by 5 cm from the lower branches and that's it ... we plant! Oh wow, I love these trees!

In our country house, the same thuja grows. We planted it in a row, like a living green fence. Propagated by cuttings, begged from the neighbors. It turned out very beautiful, green and the air is fresh. Yes, and from prying eyes protects!

How many times have I tried cuttings - it's useless! I tried it in water, and in the ground, and in sand, covering it with a transparent bag on top (all this in the apartment), and tried it in the garden. It seems that they stand for a month, another, and that’s all, they die. there is not close and never was. Therefore, I am always surprised when I read that it is so simple and easy for everyone and doubts creep in about the veracity of such reviews ...

The stalk must be taken with roots from an adult thuja, usually the lowest branches near the roots already have roots, they can grow on their own, but without roots, it will stand in water like a cut flower and wither.

Why do owners of private estates love thuja so much? Yes, it’s just that she is always “smart” and she “watches her shape”. This evergreen tree (shrub) belongs to the noble cypress family and is practically not capricious, unlike its closest relatives.

But for the successful relocation of the thuja to your site, you should still carefully read the important requirements for its maintenance. Almost all types of thuja love cozy windless places, the sun and tolerate partial shade, do not tolerate stagnant moisture in the soil, but love sprinkling, especially during the dry season.

And the thuja crown is also afraid of sunburn, which is easy to get on clear frosty days of winter and early spring, as well as in the July heat.

Therefore, the first five years of life, young individuals are covered with geotextiles for the winter, and in the hot season they are generously pollinated with water from a sprinkler with a fine nozzle (creating a fog effect).

The natural element of thuja is a humid and warm climate. However, in our area, she feels quite comfortable, the main thing is to choose the right place for her and the composition of the soil.

For the climatic zone of the European part of the continent, all varieties of western thuja are most suitable - it is frost-resistant.

As for longevity, in their homeland thujas live up to 100 years and some of them grow up to 20 m in height. In the harsh conditions of our climate, the life span is reduced to 50 years, and growth is limited to a maximum of seven meters. However, this is quite enough to become a decoration of your garden.

It is most appropriate to plant thujas on the south side of buildings and fences, where they will be protected from shading and cold winds.

The tree itself has a beautiful crown of the correct shape, but the thuja can be cut. They do this in order to thicken the crown, to create clear contours in hedges and topiary forms.

POPULAR VIEWS

I will not even try to acquaint you with all types and varieties of thuja, I will focus only on the most stable and, at the same time, highly decorative.

Thuja western(Thuja occidentalis) and its varieties.

• Growth area: forest zone of North America.
• Flowering period: April May.
• Color spectrum:under natural conditions, the needles are juicy green, varietal varieties from yellow to gray.
• Height:at home up to 20 m, we have an order of magnitude lower
• Growing conditions: clayey and without prolonged stagnation of water, sunny places, possibly with shading.
• Peculiarities:the most resistant to frost and drought in comparison with its relatives.

"Danica"- self-forming evergreen balls that do not require a haircut. A variety from the category of "planted and forgotten." It grows slowly, at a venerable age, the crown diameter is not more than 1 m. Ideal in green and just mixborders, great for creating curb hedges.

"Wagneri"- an ideal variety for areas with a cold climate, the most frost-resistant of all thuja, the crown is compact, therefore it does not particularly suffer from heavy snowfalls.

Maximum height - 3.5 m, and 1.5 m in diameter.

Variety "Columna" has a columnar crown that is almost even from the base to the top, creates bright evergreen verticals in the garden. Ideal for creating high (more than 3m) hedges.

thuja "Emerald" has needles of emerald color, therefore, in any corner of the garden it is a welcome guest. Medium-sized variety with a pyramidal crown, best for creating topiary forms.

"Fastigiata"- a variety of German selection, the tallest, in our climate it can reach 7-8 m.

Annual growth up to 30 cm. The shape of the crown is pyramidal: wide at the bottom and pointed at the top. With artificial thickening through regular pruning, you can get beautiful trees with a crown in the form of an arrowhead.

"Filiformis"- a charming "waterfall" of their living green threads. It grows very slowly: by the age of ten it forms a ball no more than 1 m in diameter.

"Golden Taffet" I will note because of the unusual property of the needles. It is also a dwarf variety with a spherical crown, but in summer it is bright yellow, turning brown by autumn, and by frost the tips of the branches may acquire an orange tint. In order for the plants to appear in all their glory, well-lit sunny places are chosen for this variety.

"Mr. Bowling Ball"- the shape is already clear from the name, but there is one more nuance - the silver color of the needles. Will create an excellent contrast in coniferous mixes and other plantings.

Thuja folded, giant (Thuja plicata ), another name is red cedar.

• Growth area: Pacific coast of Canada, USA, south of Alaska.
• Flowering period: May.
• Color spectrum:dark green in nature, in varieties it has color variations.
• Height:at home in a humid climate reaches a height of 75 m.
• Growing conditions: moist, fertile, drained soils, shade-tolerant, wind-resistant, requires shelter for the winter.
• Peculiarities:evergreen tree, shrub, lives 500-800 years, crown shape is pyramidal, columnar, weeping.

"Cancan"- a low variety with a pyramidal crown. It is interesting in the landscape for its "unkemptness".

It differs from other tui in the chaotic orientation of the extreme branches (like the skirt of a performer of the dance of the same name). In our climate, it does not grow more than 3 m. For the winter, it requires shelter from snow sticking.

thuja Whipcord doesn't look like conifer at all. Long green "threads" form a bizarre spherical shape. A slow-growing variety that is easy to care for, if you remember to cover for the winter.

An excellent partner for coniferous and simply "green" mixes, it looks great against the background of stones in rockeries. It does not grow more than 1 m in height and in diameter.

IT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW

All thujas suffer from spring burns, so they are covered with geotextiles at a young age.

At the same time, a thuja planted in the shade will have a loose and unpresentable crown.

The soil under the plants is loosened in spring to a depth of 10 cm, and then covered with a thick layer of mulch from wood chips (not bark). If the near-stem soil is not mulched, then the loosening procedure is repeated every spring.

And yet, translated from the Greek thuja - this is the tree of life ...

THUYA IN LANDSCAPE DESIGN

Given the varietal diversity, there is no need to talk about any special use of thuja in an ornamental garden. This is a beautiful plant, which, moreover, is well formed by a haircut.

It is appropriate everywhere: along the fences, instead of them, in any corner of the site, near the water, among the stones, at the porch of the house, under the windows, it goes well with other trees and herbaceous perennials. Therefore, we just look at the photo of the thuja in the landscape.

COMBINATION IN SHAPE AND COLOR

Since the thuja has an almost constant color, whether it be green, gray or yellowish and static during the season, it can be combined with almost any plant.

One of the most popular coniferous ornamental trees among summer residents is thuja. This is an evergreen tree or shrub that belongs to the Cypress family. This family also includes such widespread conifers as cypress, juniper. Young arborvitae have needle needles. Needles have a light green tint. Adults have scaly foliage, the color is darker. A tree can develop up to almost 100 years.

Most varieties are frost tolerant. Tui colors are varied depending on the varieties. For example, a tree is blue in color, as well as yellowish. There are high three-meter thujas, as well as dwarf shrubs.

The most popular in Russia is the western thuja.

Western thuja: description and varieties

Western thuja is a species. It can grow up to 20 meters, but in Russia the western thuja rarely grows above 7 meters. Crown shapes are:

• columnar;
• Spherical.

A large number of varieties of western arborvitae are grown. Among them are such common varieties: Smaragd, Barbant, Danica, Columna and others. However, some amateur gardeners look for less popular, but no less unusual varieties on gardening shelves. Below are the most common varieties with photos. Often, gardeners and landscape designers, when deciding to plant a thuja, ask themselves the question: “Which one is better to plant in the country?”

Degroot Spire - a variety for lovers of sophistication

Degroot Spire- varietal variety of western arborvitae. It has a unique columnar shape, has a narrow and straight crown and is considered the narrowest among the columnar species. The height of this culture is up to 3 meters. Degroot Spire is widely distributed in the West.

This tree is ideal for landscaping and landscaping. For example, Degroot Spire will help to equip any hedge, even if its height reaches 5 meters. A tall but thin green wall will not take up much space on the site.

Thuja western Degroot Spire ("Degroot Spire").

Degroot Spire has such advantages as resistance to frost and undemanding to soil conditions. It is better to plant a tree in those places that are well lit by the sun's rays. The shadow makes the crown looser. The ideal soil for growing this variety is a combination of the following components:

• sand;
• Peat;
• Leaves.

One bucket of water is enough for watering. Regular watering - once a week. Feed the tree in spring. The soil needs to be periodically mulched and loosened. In the spring, the tree is covered to avoid sunburn. For the winter period, the crown must be pulled together with a tape so that wet snow does not damage the crown.

Holmstrup - beauty from Denmark

Holmstrup is an evergreen shrub. The crown shape is columnar. An adult tree grows up to 4 meters in height. Crown color is deep green. In winter, the color of the needles does not change. The needles of the shrub are dense, are scales.

Thuja Holmstrup ("Holmstrup").

This variety is resistant to frost, shade-tolerant and tolerates windy weather well. The shrub does not require high soil fertility. This shrub is a great option for Russia. It is best to plant it in places well lit by sunlight. Or you should choose not too shaded places.

The shrub is an excellent choice for planting in groups or singly. Hedgerows are rarely crafted with Holmstrup.

Fastigiata - a valuable variety for experienced gardeners

One of the varieties of narrow-shaped thuja is Fastigiata. This varietal variety was first grown in Germany. An adult tree grows up to 12 meters in height. Grows very fast. Visually resembles a cypress. The needles of the tree are soft and have a pleasant aroma. The cones are small.

Thuja western Fastigiata ("Fastigiata").

This variety loves the sun and prefers fertile soil. In spring, it is advisable to cover young seedlings so that the spring sun does not damage them. To improve the structure of the soil, it is mulched. For mulching, cut grass is used. In winter, spruce branches are used for mulching. Lapnik prevents the reproduction of mice.

With the help of Fastigiata often form hedges. They are not only beautiful, but also do not take up much space. The varietal variety is not afraid of a decorative haircut. Designers use the tree in large landscape compositions, use it in group plantings. It goes well with a variety of flowers and shrubs.

Yellow varieties of thuja western

They are very popular, refresh the landscape, look great in any compositions. Unfortunately, many of them are "capricious". The most common varieties in Russia are described below.

Thuja western Yellow Ribon - for lovers of yellow varieties of thuja

Yellow Ribon is a yellow thuja variety. Has a small size. The shape of the crown is conical. Adult thuja has a height of up to 2 meters. Grows fast enough. The crown is loose, therefore, to give it density, it is desirable to cut the tree regularly.

The needles of young trees have an orange color, becoming green with maturity. In winter, the crown turns brown. The sunnier the place where this thuja grows, the brighter the color of the crown.

The variety is demanding on growing conditions. The soil must be fertile and moist for the plant to please with its beauty.

Thuja Yellow Ribbon ("Yellow Ribon").

Beautiful golden needles make this variety very valuable. In landscape design, with the help of thuy Yellow Ribon, walls are formed that have a rich yellow tint. They are planted in containers, and also decorated with hedges and memorial walls.

Thuya Golden Globe - yellow balls for summer cottages

The Golden Globe is notable for its slow growth. The shape of the crown of this coniferous culture is spherical. The height of an adult bush does not exceed 1 meter.

The needles are loose. Regular haircut allows you to achieve density. The ends of the shoots are golden in color, inside the crown the needles are green. In the autumn period, the needles acquire a shade of copper, in the spring it becomes golden again. In order for the shrub to please with a golden color, it is recommended to plant it in sunny places or slightly shaded.

Thuya Golden Globe ("Golden Globe").

This shrub does not require high soil fertility, but loves lime-rich soil. In order to avoid breaking branches, the crown is tied up for the winter.

Shrubs are used in plantings in groups, they are planted singly. They also make beautiful hedges and borders.

The most interesting varieties

Many other varieties of this culture are also known. Extremely popular varieties such as: Brabant, Smaragd, Danica, Globoza. Specialty stores and nurseries have both more unique and less common varieties. Below are the names of the western thuja varieties and their brief description.

Little Boy- This is a relatively new dwarf spherical variety. The height does not exceed 0.5 meters. Growth is slow. The needles of such a thuja have an emerald color. Little Boy requires high soil fertility. Loves the sun, but does not mind growing in partial shade. This thuja is used in creation:

• Japanese gardens;
• Living borders.

Hoseri- This is an original variety originally from Poland. This is another dwarf globular tree variety. The scaly needles are dark green in color. In autumn, the needles take on a bronze hue. Hoseri loves moisture, is not picky about the soil and shade-tolerant. Also, this culture is resistant to frost and is not afraid of winds.

mirjem- This is another dwarf thuja variety. An adult plant grows up to 80 cm. The needles have a bright yellow color, becoming bronze by autumn. Plant growth is slow. Due to its size, this thuja is ideal for rock gardens and planting in pots.

Brabant- this is a thuja that has a great height. The height of the trees is up to 21 meters. Used in group and single plantings, as well as in the creation of hedges.

Globoza- This is a dwarf coniferous culture. The shape of the crown resembles a ball. Height does not exceed 1 meter. Thuya Globoza is used in the creation of rocky gardens, rock gardens, as well as in group and single compositions.

Danica- Another widespread varietal variety. This is a dwarf culture. Variety Danica is used in the creation of various landscape compositions, alipinaria, and is also used to create borders. With the help of these shrubs, small garden plots are planted.

Emerald- Another equally popular variety of thuja. Gardeners often plant this crop in their country house. The height of the tree can reach 4.5 meters.

Tuya Smaragd ("Smaragd").

Columna- Another popular tree with gardeners. Crown shape - columnar. Height reaches 7 meters.

Woodwardy- thuja spherical shape. The height of the shrub is small, no more than 2 meters. It is used in mixborders, various multi-contrast landscape compositions.

Question answer

What kind of thuja to plant along the fence?

For planting along fences, varieties such as Holmstrup, Fastigiata, Brabant, Smaragd are often used.

Which thuja is the most unpretentious?

Many types of this culture are unpretentious. Often choose Brabant, Smaragd, Holmstrup.

How much do thuja seedlings cost?

The price of one seedling is from 150 rubles and more.

I do rock climbing. How are thuja used in alpine slides?

Undersized varieties are suitable for rock gardens. In Russia, the most popular are dwarf species of western thuja. The following varieties are ideal for alpine slides: Danica, Golden Globe, Woodwardy, Filivormis. All of them are spherical in shape.

Can thuja be used in mixborders?

Can. Despite the fact that the mixborder involves a wide variety of colors and shades, conifers are successfully used in mixborders. Thuja has many shades: green, blue and yellow.

Review on video

A brief and clear overview of some outstanding varieties. The information on the video is presented in such a way that it will be of interest to novice gardeners.

Evergreen thujas of different heights and shapes have long been actively used in landscape design. Thanks to the dense crown, the needles that persist throughout the year and sufficient unpretentiousness, the thuja hedge is one of the most popular uses of the plant.

What varieties of thuja are best for hedges

Planting evergreen shrubs along the border of the site will protect the territory not only from access by prying eyes and indiscreet views, but also from gusts of wind, dust, polluted air from the road and even noise. On the site itself, thuja will help to delimit functional zones, undersized varieties will become the basis for borders. A perennial plant is universal, the main thing is to choose the right varieties and arrange planting.

Which thuja is best for hedges? The number of varieties of this evergreen plant today is in the tens. Climatic conditions in Russia are varied. If in the southern regions gardeners can only focus on the decorative properties of the thuja, then in the middle lane and to the north it is important to remember the frost resistance of the future hedge. Most often, for a living fence, the choice falls on two varieties: Brabant and Smaragd.

Thuja Brabant hedge

One of the most winter-hardy varieties is the thuja western Brabant (T. occidentalis Brabant) with a crown in the form of a wide column with a diameter of about one and a half and a height of up to 5 meters. Like all related plants, the variety beloved by landscapers perfectly tolerates being under the sun and in a transparent shade. In addition, the shrub is undemanding to the composition of the soil, easily tolerates a haircut and can do without maintenance for a long time.

For hedges, thuja Brabant is an excellent choice. However, do not forget about the characteristic features of the plant. Thuja needles do not remain green all year round. In winter, it acquires a brownish-brown hue, but does not crumble, maintaining the opacity of the hedge. In spring, the early-growing shrub may suffer from desiccation and sunburn.

In the spring, after shearing, the crown is actively restored. Usually coniferous crops used in landscape design do not give a large annual increase. However, there are exceptions. Variety Brabant is a fast-growing thuja for hedges, which during the growing season increases in height to 35 and in width by 15 cm.

If large shrubs lack nutrition or moisture, the thuja gradually loses its color brightness. One of the signs of nutritional deficiency is the appearance of numerous light brown bumps.

A thuja hedge of this variety is a solid wall that perfectly tolerates a haircut and retains a given shape. When planting evergreen shrubs, future growth is taken into account. Between seedlings in the trench make an interval of 50 to 70 cm.

Maintenance pruning is carried out twice a year. In early spring, before the awakening of the growth points, the thuja is cut for the first time, then the procedure is repeated in August. Usually, thuja is chosen for planting at the age of 3-4 years. If you do not hesitate with pruning and treat it carefully, you can grow a living 2-meter wall no more than half a meter thick.

A hedge from thuja Smaragd

Tui of different varieties differ not only in appearance. Variety Smaragd (T. occidentalis Smaragd) is no less popular than Brabant. This is the same large plant, up to 4–5 meters high, but with a conical crown and needles that never lose their green hue.

A feature rare for arborvitae makes the variety in demand not only as a tool for hedges. Magnificent shrub rarely exposed to winter withering:

• grows very slowly;
• does not require frequent haircuts;
• looks great as part of a living wall, and solo.

The lower part of the Smaragd thuja hedge has a high density, rich green color and, with minimal pruning, keeps a flat surface. Due to the natural conical shape of the crown, the upper part of the hedge retains its natural shape. This feature is very handy when it comes to the fence on the border of the site. The jagged edge is more difficult to overcome for both humans and animals.

Before planting thuja for a hedge, they dig a trench about 50–60 cm wide and deep. The density of the green fence depends on the interval between the bushes. The average landing gap is half a meter.

It is good if the thuja seedlings have a closed root system. In this case, they easily take root, and hedges from them can be planted not only in spring.

For a thuja hedge, sufficient nutrition and regular watering are important. The drought makes the needles turn pale, the already slow growth stops, the young shoots dry out. Plants do not tolerate stagnant moisture and the proximity of groundwater. Therefore, in the risk area in the planting trench, it is useful to make a drainage layer about 20 cm thick.

Tui varieties for hedges

The choice is not limited to the plants described above. An equally impressive wall of greenery can be created by planting Columna thuja along the border of the site. A perennial plant up to 7 meters high with a dense cylindrical crown up to 130 cm in diameter. Like Smaragd, the shrub does not change the color of the needles, but it has a high growth rate and increases in size by 20 cm per year.

Thuja Holmstrup, up to three meters high, has a unique crown, which from the side seems curly or corrugated. A dense column with a diameter of about a meter tolerates winter cold well, is unpretentious and does not change color throughout the year. To the question of a beginner: “Which thuja is better for hedges?”, You can safely point to this variety. A plant with a small annual increase costs a haircut once every two years.

The Canadian thuja of the Sunkist variety has a height of 3 to 5 meters. The crown in the form of a wide cone with a diameter of 1–2 meters stands out due to the beautiful color of golden needles, which becomes brownish-bronze in winter.

What varieties of thuja are best for hedges of low height? The choice of plants for creating borders is quite large. Particularly popular are species with a naturally compact crown, more winter-hardy than tall plants, and do not need frequent labor-intensive pruning. An example is thuja Danica no more than 60 cm in height.

Video about planting a hedge from thuja western

This article will help you find out what types of thuja exist, the names of the main varieties suitable for cultivation. Their decorative properties, ways of including them in landscape design are also described, the topic of which thuja is best suited for hedges is considered.

thuja plant species

Thuja use in landscape design (photo)

Thuja (Thuja) belongs to the evergreen coniferous trees (shrubs) of the cypress family (Cupressaceae). It has a dense crown. Scale-shaped coniferous needles have a characteristic odor. Flowers and cones cannot be immediately seen, some types of thuja do not form them at all. Thuja in the garden will be an indispensable decoration. She feels favorably after a haircut, including a curly one used to give the plant interesting shapes.

Thuja western (Thuja occidentalis)

This type of thuja is widespread among gardeners. It includes varieties suitable for garden and park plantings in the European part of Russia, where it winters well.

The variety came to us from North America. It was bred as an ornamental culture back in the 16th century, and later brought to Europe. At home, this culture is referred to as the "American tree of life", as well as the "pencil tree". The softness of its wood has been used to make pencils. And the Indians used thuja trunks to build canoes, as this tree resists decay.

Among the varieties of this species, Brabant, Smaragd, Dannika, Wagneri, Golden Globe, Holmstrup, Hoseri can be distinguished.

Thuja Brabant (Thuja occidentalis Brabant)

Thuja western Brabant

This thuja resembles a column. It can be up to 20 m high, up to 4 m in diameter. In winter, the needle-like leaves begin to turn brown. At the trunk, the bark has a brownish or red tint, which tends to flake off. The variety is classified as a fast-growing species. The annual increase in the height of the trunk is about 35 cm, in breadth - 15 cm.
Flowering occurs in spring (April-May). When the thuja fades, small ovoid brown cones begin to appear, fully ripening at the end of summer.

• cultivation

For growing thuja Brabant, both sunny areas and light shading are suitable. Windy areas are not desirable for the plant.
The soil is selected fertile, moist.
Container trees are well watered before planting.
When planting a plant, it is necessary to check the position of the root collar corresponding to the soil surface.

In the first month, planted plants require weekly one-time watering. Each tree will require 10 liters of water. Then the frequency of watering increases to twice a week for 15-20 liters. The soil is loosened not deep (up to 10 cm), because the roots are located close to the surface. In the process of mulching, peat or wood chips are added, pouring up to 7 cm high.

• winter period

Frost-resistant type. Young specimens should be protected during the first winter. Spruce branches and craft paper are perfect for this purpose.

• decorative properties

Thuja Smaragd (Thuja occidentalis Smaragd)

Thuja western Smaragd

Cone-shaped thuja, reaching about 5 m tall. It has dense foliage, dark green color. In the cold months, it does not change. The variety is slow growing.

• cultivation

The best place for planting will be calm light areas, although the presence of partial shade is also acceptable. The plant grows well in highly fertile moist soil.

A plant that does not like drought needs to be watered regularly. You don’t often have to cut it, the Smaragd variety is growing slowly.

• winter period

• decorative properties

The living wall of these thujas will not be dense, since the upper parts of the crowns pointed to the top do not completely close. Planting of single plants, group arrangement, planning of alleys is widely used. The variety is ideal for decorating a regular garden, being a noticeable accent in compositional solutions.
A curly haircut is applicable to Tuya Smaragd, which allows you to create designer forms.

Thuja Danica (Thuja occidentalis Danica)

Thuja western Danica

This low thuja resembles a ball. Reaches 60 cm high and about 1 m wide. Needle-shaped leaves form a dense light green crown, acquiring a slight bronze hue in winter. The variety is slow growing. During the year, the shrub rises by no more than 5 cm. The plant can only be propagated by cuttings. An attractive form of thuja Dannik is thuja Aurey Danica (Danica Aurea). It is distinguished by a crown of yellow-green color.

• cultivation

This type of thuja is planted on a windless sunny side or in partial shade. It has a low susceptibility to drought, but when planting it is desirable to choose fertile loamy moist soil.

In the first month, as well as in dry hot weather, the plant must be watered abundantly, sprayed, mulched. In the spring, saltpeter, ash, and organic fertilizers are added.

• winter period

The variety is not very sensitive to cold. Spends the winter under a snow cap. Rarely there are burns from the spring sun.

• decorative properties

The species has become widespread in landscape design. To create balance, elongated specimens of plants are planted next to the thuja, whose crown has a columnar or egg-like shape.
Also, thuja Danica is successfully used for decorating green borders and separate planting.

Thuja Wagneri (Thuja occidentalis Wagneri) or Thuja Wagner

Thuja western Wagneri

An evergreen variety up to 3.5 m tall, up to 1.5 m wide. A dense, egg-like crown with thin vertical branches. They droop a little at the ends. Coniferous needles, green with a gray tint, become brownish in winter. Average annual growth. Buds are not formed.

• cultivation

Open windless light places with fertile moist soil are optimally suited. If the groundwater is not deep, then a good drainage device will be required. The root neck should be properly level with the ground. The plant is planted in spring or autumn.

It is required to produce shallow loosening of the soil (up to 10 cm). The soil is also mulched using peat or wood chips. The layer thickness is 7 cm. As necessary, pruning is performed to form the crown.

• winter period

Brings winter well. For the first few years after planting, young bushes are covered to prevent burns. To prevent the crown from being damaged under the pressure of snow cover, it is recommended not to tightly tie the branches together.

• decorative properties

You can decorate the garden with individual copies, variations in the group. Planting is carried out along the alleys, combined plantings with other trees and shrubs. Thuja for hedges will be a worthy alternative to the usual fencing of the site.

Thuja Golden Globe (Thuja occidentalis Golden Globe)

Thuja occidentalis Golden Globe

A low plant with a rounded crown. In height and breadth it reaches 1 m. The needles of an unusual yellowish tint with a golden tint. By winter, it acquires a brownish tint. Slow growing variety. The annual growth is 8-10 cm.

• cultivation

The plant will feel good in bright places, partial shade is also acceptable. Moist, light loamy soil is suitable for planting shrubs. The plant is planted both in spring and autumn.

In the hot period, it is necessary to carry out periodic watering and sprinkling. A young seedling is mulched using cut grass or peat. Loosen the soil shallow. It is not necessary to make a haircut, sanitary pruning in the spring will be enough.

• winter period

Thuya Golden Globe tolerates cold quite well. In snowy winters, the crown may suffer, so it must be fixed with a bunch.

• decorative properties

Due to its beautiful color and rounded shape, thuja is widely used for decorative purposes, for example, in compositions using pebbles. The variety looks great in rockeries, rocky gardens, as a green decoration for roofs and balconies.

Thuja Holmstrup (Thuja occidentalis Holmstrup)

Thuja western Holmstrup

In appearance, the thuja Holmstrup resembles a cone, up to 4 m high. Scale-like foliage is solid curly in diameter up to 1 m. The color of the needles is emerald, it does not change in winter. The variety is slow growing. In a year, the plant grows 12 cm high and 4 cm wide.

• cultivation

Sunny areas or places with light shade are well suited. The species prefers moist, fertile, drained soil.

Regular watering, sprinkling irrigation, shallow loosening, mulching, for example, with compost, are required. Sanitary pruning is done in the spring.

• winter period

It tolerates winter well. The first few years, seedlings are recommended to cover, protecting from sunburn. So that the crown does not suffer from the pressure of snow caps, it must be pulled off.

• decorative properties

Thuja perfectly tolerates urban conditions and is widely used in landscape design. It is planted in individual specimens and groups, a green fence is created, rock gardens are made out, grown in containers, used together with other trees and shrubs to "create" garden decor.

Thuja Hoseri (Thuja occidentalis Hoseri)

Thuja western Hoseri (Khoseri)

Refers to dwarf varieties. A solid crown in the form of a ball reaches a diameter of up to 0.6 m. Coniferous leaves are scaly, have a dark green color, in the cold season they acquire a bronze tint. The species is slow growing. The height of the plant increases by 5 cm per year.

• cultivation

The shrub is shade-tolerant, but when planting it is better to select areas illuminated or with a slight penumbra, devoid of strong winds. Moist loams are suitable for soils.

After planting, mulching is carried out, for example, with peat. In hot, dry weather, regular watering is necessary. In spring and autumn, it needs top dressing. The plant does not need to be cut, it only needs sanitary pruning of dry and broken shoots.

• winter period

It tolerates winters quite well under a snow cap.

• decorative properties

The low-growing thuja Khoseri will look good on the plot. It is decorated with rocky gardens, planted together with other trees and shrubs, embodying all sorts of decorative compositions. Looks great as a curb fence, container planting.

Thuja folded (Thuja plicata), giant

Thuja folded Zebrina

Thuja folded Zebrina

The highest view. Under natural conditions, it grows in the west of North America and reaches a height of 60 m, a trunk diameter of 3-4 m. Thuja folded belongs to centenarians and can grow up to 800 years. The crown of this species is dense, conical descending to the ground. Needle-shaped scaly leaf plates are saturated green. Below they are with whitish stripes. The bark has a brownish-red tint. The cones are oblong in shape and grow up to 1.2 cm in length. Among cultivated varieties, Zebrina is the most popular.

Thuja Korean (Thuja koraiensis)

Thuja Korean

Korea - natural habitat. Slow growing species. Reaches 9 m. The crown is elegant light green with a silvery sheen from below. The color of the bark is brown-red. The shape of the cones is oval, the length of which reaches 0.8 cm.

Thuja Japanese (Thuja standishii) or Thuja Standish

The homeland of this type of evergreen tree is the mountains of Central Japan. Here, this plant grows up to 18 m. The decorative purpose of growing at home is not the only one. Trees are used to produce quality timber. The culture has a pleasant lemon-eucalyptus aroma. The shape of the crown is pyramidal. The bark is scaly reddish-brown. The needles are green, the bottom has a silvery sheen. Small dark brown cones are oval in shape, grow up to 1 cm.

So, among such a species and varietal diversity of thuja, everyone will be able to pick up suitable trees that will become a real decorative decoration for a garden or summer cottage.

Western thuja: photo, names and description of varieties of the species

To begin with, your attention is presented with a photo and description of the western thuja, whose homeland is the eastern part of North America.

Western thuja in the photo

This is a lush tree up to 20 m in height and 70 cm in diameter with a pyramidal crown. It is cultivated everywhere - from the Black Sea coast to Arkhangelsk, from Siberia to the Far East.

The western species of thuja has oppositely located scaly needles, flat flattened shoots and exfoliating bark. Plants are monoecious, that is, they have both male and female flowers. Male - sit in the axils of the needles. They have stamens with 4 protruding anthers. The female spikelets are located at the tips of the branches. Each scale has 1-2 ovules, except for the top pair.

Look at the photo - this variety of thuja has small cones, up to 1 cm in length:

They have an elongated oval shape. They ripen in the year of flowering, open and fall off. In June, the cones are green, and in October, when they ripen, they are brown.

Seeds are flat, narrow-winged. When describing the western arborvitae, it is worth noting that its entire appearance, reminiscent of cypress, differs from other trees in the dense and dense branching of the pyramidal crown, with shoots branching in the same plane.

An exceptionally frost-resistant plant, but when flooded in summer, the root system can suffer in winter, up to complete death. Prefers moderate humidity, but also grows well on dry slopes with sandy loamy soil. It loves fertile loams, where it grows extremely luxuriantly. Better than any other tree, it tolerates drought. Almost does not suffer from damage by pests and diseases.

Thuja occidentalis tolerates shearing and transplanting well, which should be done in early spring or in September - October.

She has many decorative forms, which vary greatly in growth, crown outlines and shade of foliage.

Thuja western- fragrant plant. Its plantations exude an unusually pleasant aroma of freshness, which indicates a rich content of phytoncides and other physiologically active substances. It is no coincidence that during the heyday of homeopathy, thuja was in the lead as a means of combating skin diseases, heart and vascular ailments.

Traditional medicine also does not neglect raw materials from thuja. Healing are the bark, leaves, fruits of thuja.

Thuja leaves contain essential oils with a characteristic strong camphor smell - a valuable raw material for the perfume industry. Preparations using thuja stimulate the immune and central nervous system, cardiac activity.

The role of thuja as an air conditioner is undeniable. It not only cleanses it of harmful substances, but also enriches it with useful ones, always remaining, even in the most polluted places, fresh, viable and decorative. This is because, according to its biological requirements, thuja is a very unpretentious plant, but it deserves to be paid attention to its biological needs.

Thuja "Aurea" in the photo

"Aurea"- a collective name, under which several forms with a golden yellow color are hidden. Typical is the form growing as a single-stemmed tree up to 2.5 m high, with a pyramidal crown. The needles of this variety of western thuja are bright yellow, turning green in the shade. It is most intensely colored from mid-summer to the onset of cold weather. Well cut and shaped, suitable for molded hedges. Effective in a single landing and as part of coniferous groups. Beautiful in combination with conifers, contrasting in crown shape and color. Winter hardy, weather resistant.

Thuja "Belokonchikovaya" ("Albospicata") in the photo

Belokonchikovaya (Albospicata)- reaches a height of 2.5 m, the crown is wide-conical, with obliquely ascending shoots. The needles are of medium size, white-motley at the ends. Especially intense white color appears in the first half of summer, by autumn it becomes somewhat discolored.

In some years, with high humidity and intense solar activity, the trees look simply magical, as if illuminated from the inside. This variety of thuja of the western species is completely winter-hardy, beautiful both in a single planting and as part of coniferous groups and compositions. It is well sheared and shaped, suitable for creating highly decorative hedges.

Thuja "Smaragd" in the photo

"Emerald"- in terms of the combination of qualities, the most demanded of the pyramidal forms. The crown is made up of short fan-shaped branches, densely adjacent and together forming a narrow cone up to 3 m high, with a diameter of not more than 0.8 m. In gardens finds universal application.

As you can see in the photo, this variety of western thuja is beautiful both in a single planting, and as part of coniferous and coniferous-shrub groups, and in alleys:

Quite quickly reaches decorativeness and optimal growth, remaining attractive until old age.

Thuja "Globoza" in the photo

Globoza- a spherical shape that does not lose its popularity, 1-1.2 m high, in shading it can stretch a little higher with a less dense crown. It has a dense, almost perfectly spherical crown that occurs spontaneously without shaping. The needles are medium in size, green in summer, slightly brownish in winter. A dense ball is formed by the age of 5-7, after which it continues to grow in breadth and thicken until the age of 18-20. Winter hardy and stable. When describing this variety of western thuja, it should be noted that it looks good both singly and as part of coniferous groups.

Thuja "Globoza Nana" in the photo

Globoza Nana- one of the most decorative spherical thujas, not exceeding half a meter in height. Advantages: unpretentiousness to growing conditions; unusual crown density combined with a stable green color of scaly needles.

It fits perfectly into a wide variety of compositions: a traditional mixborder, coniferous-shrub groups, coniferous monogardens. Good in a line fit in the form of borders of various densities up to sheared rectangular profiles. Organic in rocky gardens of different styles: alpine slide, mountain slope, flat or landscape rockery, Japanese garden, etc. Very desirable in all kinds of ceremonial places.

Thuja "Cristata" ("Comb") in the photo

"Kristata" ("Comb")- in adulthood, it has a wide pyramidal crown up to 3.5 m high. When describing this variety of thuja of this variety, its distinctive feature should be especially noted - small scaly dark green-gray needles, collected in dense flat, vertically standing branches resembling bird feathers.

In youth, it grows columnar, then it expands somewhat in breadth. Frost-resistant. Good singly, in groups and alleys, well sheared, suitable for molded and natural hedges.

Thuja "Golden-tipped" in the photo

"Golden Tip"- has a sparse wide pyramidal crown up to 4 m high and up to 2 m wide at the base, formed by ascending straight branches. Young shoots are thick, light brown or yellowish. As the name of this variety of thuja implies, its large needles have a thick golden color at the ends. It grows very quickly, reaching its maximum size by 15-20 years. Very stable and winter hardy.

In different years, the color intensity of the ends of the branches ranges from light yellowish to bright gold, then the tree is unusually spectacular. Good in a single landing, on the edges of groups of tall coniferous and deciduous trees. It makes unusually elegant molded hedges. Suitable for curly haircuts.

Thuja "Rheingold" in the photo

"Rheingold"- extremely attractive with an unusual color of needles, most of the year light golden, in autumn it acquires a copper-yellow color, and in spring - a pinkish tint.

Plant height up to 1 m or a little more, the crown is initially spherical, somewhat shapeless with age, consisting of thin, densely woven shoots, but at the same time dense and compact. The needles are of two types: at the ends of the shoots - finely scaly, in the crown - heather. It is winter-hardy and steady in culture.

The Rheingold variety of the western variety of thuja is indispensable for creating coniferous groups and gardens, where it goes well with other conifers, both with vertical and flattened crowns. Good next to the rocks, on the slopes, in the Japanese garden.

Thuja "Danica" in the photo

"Danica"- one of the most popular forms of thuja. It is valued for its dense, spherical, slightly flattened crown, formed by many ascending, pushing each other flat branches. Height 0.6 m, with a width of up to 0.8 m. Winter-hardy and undemanding to soils.

Pay attention to the photo - this western-looking thuja fits well into a wide variety of compositions with the participation of ornamental shrubs, conifers and perennials:

"Teddy"- in an open location, it has an almost spherical crown about 30 cm high. This is the smallest form of arborvitae with many advantages. The needles are needle-shaped, short, non-spiny, dark green, not at all typical for arborvitae, brownish from autumn to spring. At the same time, it never “burns out” and does not lose its decorative effect.

The crown is dense, formed from an early age. Plants very quickly (by 5-6 years) reach mature sizes and remain elegant until old age.

Dwarf growth and unusual appearance open the way for the plant to a variety of gardens and compositions from a small rock garden and mixborder to coniferous gardens and groups with shrubs and trees. This western thuja variety grows well in containers.

By dense planting of many plants, you can create something like an evergreen coniferous lawn for sodding foregrounds, slopes, etc. It likes fertile loams, and grows poorly on dry sandy soils.

Thuja "Filiformis" in the photo

"Filiformis"(filamentous form) - an original, completely unusual appearance for a thuja. The shoots of this thuja are long, cord-like, practically unbranched, arcuately hanging to the periphery of the crown. The needles are scaly, closely adjacent to the branches, brown in winter. Crown sparse when young, very dense with age, rounded profile. This form of thuja shows winter hardiness, unpretentiousness, and an extraordinary appearance. Very interesting alone on the lawn and as a tapeworm in small gardens, goes well with vertically growing conifers.

Thuja "Elegantissima" in the photo

"Elegantissima"(elegant) - has a dense, wide-conical crown about 4 m high, which it reaches only by the age of 30-40.

The needles are fresh green, scaly, the ends of the shoots have a whitish tint, which, combined with a beautiful silhouette, gives the tree an unusual showiness. By autumn, the white color fades to yellowish, but the plant continues to be attractive. During the winter, the needles become somewhat discolored, in the spring they again acquire a bright color.

Requires an open location. Good singly, in groups, alleys. Desirable in all kinds of ceremonial places.

Thuja "Elwanger Aurea" in the photo

"Elwanger Aurea"- has a slightly flattened spherical crown with separate protruding shoots, up to 70-90 cm high. The branches are thin, the crown is dense. The needles are golden-colored, heather-shaped inside the crown, scaly at the ends of the shoots, small. In some periods of the year, it is very similar to the "Rheingold" shape, but the color of the needles is more stable. During the summer it is bright golden, by autumn it turns slightly bronze. Good in a variety of gardens and compositions. Very interesting as part of coniferous groups.

Thuja "Ericoides" in the photo

Erikoides(heather) - a small tree about 1 m high, with an irregularly spherical multi-top crown formed by numerous thin, slightly branched shoots. The needles are needle-shaped, 6-8 mm long, soft. In summer, it is two-colored: yellowish green above, dark green below with a gray bloom; in winter it acquires a brownish-purple hue. It does not form seeds, but propagates well by cuttings.

In adverse winters and springs, it can burn. It is very interesting as part of group compositions in the underfur of taller shrubs and trees, especially conifers, contrasting with it in external data: prickly and Canadian spruces, pyramidal junipers and arborvitae, etc. Good in large arrays on the slopes.

Thuja "Europe Gold" in the photo

"Europe Gold"- a slow-growing shade-tolerant shrub, reaching a height of 4 m. The crown is dense, narrowly pyramidal at first, acquires a conical shape with age. As follows from the photo and description of this variety of western-looking thuja, its needles are orange when blooming, golden yellow in winter. Handles haircut well. Used in single and group plantings, hedges, suitable for creating alleys.

Thuja "Sunkist" in the photo

"Sunkist"- tree 3-5 m high, conical crown diameter 1.5-2 m. Golden yellow needles. It grows very slowly, tolerates a haircut, photophilous. It is possible to board in groups and singly.

Thuja "Dumosa" in the photo

"Dumosa"- shrub form, its height and diameter within 1 m. The crown is flattened or slightly rounded. Used in heather gardens and rock gardens.

Thuja "Douglas Pyramidalis" in the photo

"Douglas Pyramidalis"- Looks like a cypress. Height up to 15 m. Swamp green needles. It is very shade-tolerant, but on the lower branches the needles dry out early and partially fall off. This form of western thuja is suitable for hedges, in single and group plantings.

Thuja "Holmstrup" in the photo

"Holmstrup"- shrub up to 4 m high, conical crown diameter up to 1 m. The needles are scaly, dense, green. In some plants, the needles turn brown in autumn and winter, with a rusty tint. Used in single and group plantings.

Here you can see photos of the varieties of western thuja, the description of which is given above:

Eastern thuja: names, photos and descriptions of varieties of varieties

Now your attention is presented with photos, names and descriptions of varieties of the eastern variety of thuja.

Thuja orientalis in the photo

Thuja orientalis (or biota orientalis)- another type of thuja, common in landscaping along with the western one.

This tree in nature up to 8 m in height, comes from China. It may also be a shrub.

As can be seen in the photo, the eastern thuja has an ovoid crown, consisting of many flat plates rising from the base of the trunk to the top:

On the back of the flat scaly needles there are resin glands, which distinguishes the eastern thuja from the western one. The abundance of aromatic resin allowed the ancient people to call the thuja "life tree", which in itself speaks of its extraordinary usefulness. When describing the properties of oriental thuja, it is enough to say that the essential oil contained in thuja is used in homeopathy as a powerful heart remedy.

Thuja blooms in May, the plant is monoecious. Cones in the immature state are fleshy, bluish-green. They ripen only in the 2nd year and then become dry, red-brown. Seeds are viable only in the lower and middle parts of the cone. They are wingless and quite heavy.

There are many forms and varieties of eastern thuja, among which columnar, spherical, golden are common. Along with street gardening, this plant is used both as a greenhouse and as an indoor crop.

Thuja "Aurea-variegata" in the photo

"Aurea Variegata"- variegated form with a spherical crown and golden needles.

Thuja "Compact-ungeri" in the photo

"Compact Ungeri"- also a spherical shape, but with white ends of the shoots.

Thuja "Elegantus" in the photo

"Elegantus"- with a dense pyramidal crown, golden-yellow needles in spring and greenish-yellow in summer.

Thuja "Siboyadi" in the photo

"Siboyadi"- undersized spherical shape with bright green needles.

Thuja "Nana" in the photo

"Nana"- a densely branched dwarf shrub with erect leaves.

Thuja "Rosentalis compacta" in the photo

"Rosentalis compacta"- a dense shrub with an ovoid crown and golden yellow needles.

Biota is propagated by seeds, stem cuttings and grafting.

Look at the photo of the eastern thuja varieties described above:

Growing conditions and care for western and eastern thuja in the country (with photo and video)

After reviewing the photo and description of the eastern and western thuja, it's time to learn about the cultivation of these plants and their reproduction.

The care for the western and eastern thujas is the same, and the methods of their reproduction are the same. It is not difficult to grow thuja, you need to take into account only some features of agricultural technology.

One of the conditions for successful cultivation of thuja is the use of the right soil. Trees grow better on powerful fertile structural loams. Sandy soils are less suitable, but can be improved with clay and large doses of organic matter.

Despite the relative shade tolerance, for thuja in the middle lane and in more northern regions, completely open locations protected from cold winds are preferable. When growing western and eastern thuja, uniform illumination from all sides contributes to the formation of the most decorative crown.

Thuja, unlike most coniferous crops, tolerates transplanting well. In the first years, it grows slowly, then a period of more intensive growth follows, and again a slowdown in growth.

As shown in the photo, when caring for thujas, like all conifers, the main thing is watering:

The first spring watering is carried out when the soil warms up and dries. It should be combined with spraying the crown with water. During spring and summer give abundant watering, but not more than 2 times a month.

When growing and caring for thuja, it does not like an abundance of fertilizers, which can even destroy it. Fertilizers in the first two years after planting are quite enough of those that were given to the planting pit. However, if the soil is poor and fertilizers were not applied during planting, top dressing is needed, but large doses of fertilizers are undesirable, their fractional application is better.

Young plants in the first year after planting in a hot climate must be shaded, for which use gauze, agril or burlap. In this case, the material should not touch the branches. The most convenient is to have a lightweight folding frame covered with fabric. The use of such a protective frame allows you to reduce the number of sprays with water.

Also a necessary method of caring for thuja in the country is mulching. Mulch (coniferous sawdust, peat, peat compost, humus) with a layer of 5-8 cm is poured into the trunk circle. When sprinkled, the mulch absorbs moisture, creating a microclimate with high humidity. Periodically loosen the mulch.

Fashion for thuja is growing every year. They go well with many other conifers (junipers, spruces), ornamental shrubs and perennials. They are good in complex tree and shrub compositions, beautifully knock out the edges of groups of tall trees.

The video "Growing thuja" shows all the main agricultural practices:

Reproduction of thuja seeds and cuttings (with video)

Thuja propagates by seeds, cuttings. Seeds are harvested in September-October, when the scales of the cones turn brown and begin to open slightly. But we must prevent them from escaping. The collected seeds are dried in a ventilated area. Sowing is done immediately after collection without preparation. For spring sowing, the seeds are mixed with wet sand and sown when they hatch. When propagating thuja, seeds should be sown in light or medium loamy soil.

The seedlings that appeared in the 2nd year dive onto the ridges in which they stay for 2-3 years. For the winter, the soil in the beds is covered with spruce branches, leaves, or lightly sprinkled with humus. In the spring, the shelter is removed gradually and the plants are immediately shaded.

After 2-3 years, the seedlings are planted in a permanent place or growing at a distance of 25 × 70 cm. Growing lasts 4-5 years, after which the plants are ready for sale or transplanting to another place. A clod of earth during transplantation must be preserved. The thuja crown, especially the western one, forms itself, but once in the spring the branches that go beyond the habitus are slightly shortened.

Tui cultivation

Tui garden forms are propagated vegetatively in order to completely repeat their inherent decorative properties. The main way of propagation of thuja is with green cuttings. They are cut or plucked with a "heel" 5-8 cm in size. The terms of grafting are different, from April to July.

The best survival rate is in spring cuttings planted in a warm ridge or greenhouse (a layer of manure, a layer of soddy soil 10-15 cm and a layer of coarse river sand 1-1.5 cm). Cuttings are taken from young, well-developed plants. They are left in the beds for the winter, and in the spring, with well-branched roots, they are planted in a school, where they grow for 4-5 years. For growing large-sized thujas, another transplant for growing is useful. After that, a standard material for implementation is obtained.

Watch the video "Reproduction of thuja", which shows how to grow this tree from seeds and cuttings:

(Thuja occidentalis Aureospicata)

Thuja western Aureospicata has an attractive variegated color of needles. Young shoots are golden in color, while last year's needles are dark green. This form of thuja is unpretentious and does not require special care, except for sanitary pruning. The plant is photophilous, but tolerates partial shade. Thuja is tolerant of the urban environment. Despite the fact that this variety is quite frost-resistant, planting in open areas should still be avoided. Thuja suffers from severe frosts and winds. It is used in single and group plantings, in decorative groups of plants.

(Thuja occidentalis Brabant)

Thuja western Brabant is the fastest growing and most popular variety of thuja western. In the conditions of the Moscow region, it grows up to 4 m. It can grow on any soil, but prefers fresh, sufficiently moist, fertile loams. Grows in light and shade. It tolerates both dryness and excessive soil moisture (but not waterlogging). Frost resistance is high. It tolerates pruning and shearing very well. It is used in hedges, alley plantings, in landscape compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis Globosa)

Thuja western Globoza is a dwarf spherical shrub. It grows best in a well-lit place, while it is quite shade-tolerant. Can burn in the first spring sun. Grows slowly. It develops well on fertile and moist soils, but does not tolerate stagnant water. Frost-resistant. Needs wind protection. An excellent plant for small gardens. It is used in mixed borders, miniature tree and shrub compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis Globosa Compacta)

Thuja western Globoza Compacta is a low-growing coniferous shrub with a spherical crown shape with a diameter of 60 cm. It grows slowly. Winter hardiness is average. Grows well in sunny and partial shade places. Prefers moist, fairly fertile soils. Does not tolerate dry air. During the dry period, additional artificial sprinkling is recommended. Recommended for small backyard gardens, rock gardens, rocky hills and growing in containers.

(Thuja occidentalis Golden Globe)

Thuja western Golden Globe is a slow-growing dwarf form of thuja with yellow needles. The needles are golden yellow, scaly, turning orange in autumn. Prefers full sun and light partial shade. It does not tolerate dry air and waterlogging of the soil. Winter hardiness is very high. Resistant to diseases and pests. In garden design, it is used in border plantings and miniature decorative compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis Golden Smaragd)

Thuja western Golden Smaragd is the best golden form bred from the popular Smaragd variety. The needles are golden yellow throughout the year, the crown is almost perfect conical. Grows best in full sun and partial shade. In full shade, the holotis shade of needles is lost. Does not tolerate drought, tolerant of pruning. Suitable for single and group plantings, looks great in hedges.

(Thuja occidentalis Danica)

Thuja western Danica is a miniature spherical coniferous shrub with a dense crown. The growth rate is slow. It is not demanding on soils, but still prefers moist fertile loams. Shade-tolerant, drought-resistant, frost-resistant. It is used in single plantings, decorative groups, borders, rock gardens.

(Thuja occidentalis Yellow Ribbon)

Thuja western Yellow Ribbon is one of the varieties of thuja western, which has a different color depending on the season. Young needles are orange, then turn green, and turn brown in winter. The growth rate is average. It is not demanding on soil fertility. Prefers well-lit and fairly moist landing sites. Frost-resistant. May tan in the spring sun. Resistant to pests and diseases. It is used in single and group plantings, in hedges.

(Thuja occidentalis columna)

Thuja western Columna is a coniferous tree or columnar-shaped shrub. The growth rate is fast. Prefers fertile loam, can tolerate dry soil and excessive moisture. Does not tolerate soil compaction. Grows in full sun and partial shade. Winter-hardy. perfect for alley plantings, hedges. Serves as an excellent vertical accent in tree and shrub compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis Little Champion)

Thuja western Little Champion fully justifies its name. This wonderful thuja has dark green needles and grows in the shape of a ball. At a young age, it grows rapidly, then the growth rate slows down. It is this form of arborvitae that endures large snow loads in winter and has high frost resistance. The needles burn in the spring sun. Used in groups or singly on rocky areas, suitable for creating low hedges, borders, miniature compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis Pyramidalis Compacta)

Thuja western Pyramidalis Compact is a coniferous tree about 6 m high (sometimes reaches 10 m). The needles are large, light green, with a slight sheen. Grows well in full sun and partial shade. Prefers fertile loam without stagnant water. Winter-hardy. At a young age, it can burn in the spring sun. Recommended for single and group landings.

(Thuja occidentalis Sunkist)

Thuja western Sunkist is an evergreen shrub with a cone-shaped crown. The needles are bright golden yellow, when blooming - bright yellow, in winter - bronze. The growth rate is average. It is undemanding to soils, but prefers fertile loams. Shade tolerant, drought tolerant. Can withstand waterlogged soil. Frost-resistant. Suitable for single plantings, decorative groups, borders, rock gardens. It is recommended to use this type of thuja in colorful mixed compositions.

(Thuja occidentalis Smaragd)

Thuja western Smaragd is popular due to the fact that it retains a bright emerald green color and its decorative effect throughout the year. The growth rate is moderate. Sensitive to drought, hardy. Shade-tolerant, but shows its best decorative qualities in well-lit places. It looks great in hedges, alley plantings, as well as in decorative tree and shrub compositions as a vertical accent.

(Thuja occidentalis Teddy)

Thuja western Teddy is a spherical, slowly growing variety of thuja with unusually interesting needle-type needles and as if always young. Thuya Teddy resembles a fluffy ball. Grows slowly. Requires moderately fertile and moist soil. Shade-tolerant (a few hours of sun a day are enough). Does not tolerate dry soil and air. The plant is suitable for growing in containers. Recommended for rocky gardens.

(Thuja occidentalis Tiny Tim)

Thuja western Tiny Tim is a beautiful dwarf shrub with a spherical crown. Grows in full sun and partial shade. Virtually no maintenance required. Resistant to diseases and pests. It is undemanding to soils, tolerates dry soil and excessive moisture, but prefers fresh, sufficiently moist fertile loams. It can tolerate both dry soil and short-term waterlogging. Used as a foreground in miniature compositions. It is used in borders, rock gardens, rockeries.

(Thuja occidentalis Hoseri)

Thuja western Khozeri is an evergreen dwarf shrub of a spherical shape. In autumn, it acquires a bronze hue. Grows slowly. It is undemanding to soil fertility. Shade tolerant, but thrives best in partial shade. Moisture-loving, does not tolerate dry air. Winter-hardy. Used in miniature compositions with other undersized conifers. Looks great in borders.

(Thuja occidentalis Holmstrup)

Thuja western Holmstrup is a slow growing coniferous shrub. Not demanding on the composition of the soil. Photophilous, drought-resistant, frost-resistant. Handles haircut well. Used in hedges, avenue plantings. Thanks to its compact crown, it is suitable for use in small gardens.

(Thuja plicata Kornik)

Thuja folded Kornik is a powerful coniferous tree with a dense pyramidal crown. Shade-tolerant. It is exacting to humidity of the soil and air. Does not tolerate drought well. Frost-resistant. Prefers a sunny landing site or partial shade. Grows slowly. Decorative throughout the year. It goes well with cypress, hemlock, fir. Good for the formation of dense groups, alleys, for creating contrasting compositions. Used in park design.