Lustrous, variegated foliage, with little winter bronzing. Hardy and adaptable. Easy to grow. Use for the lawn or foundation. Shows some deer resistance. Botanical Name- Thuja plicata ‘Lucky Find’ Pronunciation- THOO-yuh ply-KAY-tuh Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 15 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Average, well-drained soil Current Size- 6 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Salvia nemorosa ‘Amethyst’ – purple spikes contrast bright green Fauna Attracted- Shelter/nesting cover for birds, minimal pollinator interest Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C5 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches anytime; water deeply in dry periods and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune in early spring to shape and remove damaged branches. Fertilization Instructions- Use a conifer-type, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around roots to prevent waterlogging. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Bagworms, tip blight
