Description
Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja Has Thick, Soft Foliage
From Proven Winners, this thuja shrub is a unique evergreen that keeps a natural conical shape. New growth starts out yellow and ages into a rich green. The thick, soft foliage and unique coloring will make this stand out in any yard. They look great in containers. If using a container, make sure to buy a planter big enough to handle the roots system when full grown. This will require a planter with a width of approximately 48 inches.
Filip’s Magic Moment thuja is a slow grower; it’s growth rate is about 12 inches a year. Although it can handle many soil conditions, Filip’s Magic Moment will grow the fastest in a rich, well drained soil.
Thuja Filip’s Magic Moment is easy to care for. It is considered drought tolerant once established. Filip’s Magic Moment has no know disease or pest problems. It is considered deer resistant but not deer proof. It will keep its natural conical shape, pruning is rarely needed. If you do want to prune your Filip’s Magic Moment, doing so in fall is recommended.
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-7 |
| Foliage Color(s): Green, Yellow |
| Exposure: Part Sun to Sun |
| Height: 6-8 Feet |
| Spread: 1-3 Feet |
| Spacing: 2-4 Feet |
| Habit: Upright |
| Watering: Average |
| Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis USPP 21,974 |
| Common Name: Filips Magic Moment Arborvitae |
| Brand: Proven Winners® |
USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 7
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja live?
The lifespan of the Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja is 30 years or more.
Is the Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja an evergreen?
Yes. The Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja, also called the Golden Arborvitae, is an evergreen. Its golden foliage remains all year.
Can the Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja be pruned?
The Filip’s Magic Moment Thuja keeps a neat pyramidal shape, but if pruning is needed it is recommended that only the current seasons growth be trimmed.
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