£13.55
Thuja occidentalis ‘Sunkist’ is a visually appealing cultivar known for its golden-yellow foliage and compact growth habit. It can be an excellent choice for adding a touch of colour and structure to your garden or landscape design.
Size:
Supplied in: 9cm
Available now.
Delivery usually within a few days.
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Eastern Arborvitae *Thuja occidentalis* ‘Sunkist’ is a special form of this popular evergreen, prized for its brilliant colour and neat growth pattern. This slow-growing coniferous shrub develops into a medium-sized, oval form that won’t quickly outgrow its space.
The standout feature of ‘Sunkist’ is its stunning foliage colour. The leaves display bright lemon-yellow to golden-yellow tones that create a cheerful splash of colour in gardens. This vibrant colouring persists all year round, making it a favourite for adding brightness to planting schemes.
‘Sunkist’ grows in a tidy, conical shape and stays fairly compact. Being slow-growing means it’s perfect for smaller spaces where you don’t want something that will get too big too quickly. This makes it versatile for different garden uses – whether as hedging, border planting, or as a standalone feature.
This variety shares the hardy nature of other Eastern Arborvitae types. It copes well with different soil types and is tough enough to handle cold winters, making it reliable for gardens in cooler areas. It’s also quite easy to look after once established.
**Cultural Requirements**
‘Sunkist’ does best in well-drained soil but isn’t too fussy about soil type. Full sun brings out the best golden colour, though it will grow in partial shade too. Once settled in, it handles both dry spells and moderate moisture well, but avoid very wet spots.
**Uses in Landscaping**
The compact size and bright colour make it perfect for:
1. **Specimen Planting:** As a standout feature in smaller gardens or mixed borders.
2. **Foundation Plantings:** Close to buildings or along borders.
3. **Rock Gardens:** Its modest size and bright colour work well here.
4. **Hedges:** Plant several together for a colourful hedge.
**Maintenance**
Very easy to care for. Pruning isn’t essential, but you can trim it occasionally to keep it tidy, particularly if you want a more formal shape.
**Hardiness**
‘Sunkist’ is very tough and handles cold winters down to -20C without problems.
**Potential Issues**
Whilst ‘Sunkist’ is generally robust, it can sometimes get spider mites or leaf blight like other *Thuja* varieties. Keep an eye on it and deal with any problems early.
🇬🇧 UK Grown in Lancashire. Approx 20-30cm in a 9cm pot.
Shaw Green Trees aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.
You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
Seeds
We generally send seeds out via Royal Mail Second Class. It’s the safest and easiest way to deliver seeds.
Young Trees
Young trees (Less than 1.2m) will generally be sent via Evri.
Larger quantities of young trees will be sent via ParcelForce or pallet courier..
Huge Trees
Some of our huge trees are too tall to be sent via a courier. They are generally only available for collection from our nursery, local delivery or via occasionally pallet courier. This will be shown on the individual product page.
Located in Euxton, West Lancashire, our business is dedicated to providing high-quality UK-grown trees and seeds.
With a focus on sustainability and local sourcing, we offer a diverse range of tree species, ensuring that our customers receive the finest selection of UK-native trees and seeds.
From majestic oaks to delicate blossoms, our stock is carefully cultivated to thrive in the British climate, making it the perfect choice for both amateur gardeners and seasoned professionals.
With a commitment to environmental stewardship and customer satisfaction, we aim to be your reliable ally in crafting stunning and eco-conscious landscapes throughout the UK.
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