Zebrina Giant Arborvitae
Thuja plicata ‘Zebrina”
Other Names: Zebrina Western Arborvitae, Zebrina Cedar, Zebra Giant Arbor, Zebra Red Cedar, Variegated Western Red Cedar
Plant Details
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 5b-7b; 5a-9b in cool-summer climates?  Find Your Zone
Plant Type:Â Coniferous Evergreen Tree
Height at Maturity:Â 30-50′
Width at Maturity:Â 10-12′
Spacing:Â 7-8′ apart for solid privacy screens; 15’+ for space between plants
Growth Habit / Form:Â Upright, Pyramid
Growth Rate:Â Moderate, 12 inches or so in height per year
Foliage Color:Â Variegated Green and Creamy Yellow
Fragrant Foliage:Â Yes, pine scented
Sun Needs:Â Full Sun, Light Shade
Water Needs:Â Â Average
Soil Type:Â Â Clay (well draining), Loam, Sandy, SiltÂ
Soil Drainage:Â Moist But Well Drained
Soil pH:Â 5.0 – 8.0
Maintenance / Care:Â Very Low
Attracts:Â Birds, Visual Attention
Resistances:Â Black Walnut (Juglone), Deer –Â more info, Disease, Insect
Description
Much like the ever-popular Green Giant Arborvitae in form and size, ‘Zebrina’ is a variegated selection which produces shimmering feathery green foliage striped with creamy golden yellow. Retaining its foliage color throughout the year, from a distance the tree looks like a soft and glowing tall pyramid, which can reach 30 to 50 feet in height and 10 to 12 feet wide at its base over time. Upon closer observation the fantastic striped banding in the leaves is more apparent, hence the common name. The foliage color is brightest with 6 or more hours of sunlight per day. Definitely not your typical Arborvitae, Zebrina is sure to be a standout and conversation piece as a specimen or grouping in the landscape, where it is especially nice against a dark woodland backdrop.
SEE:Â Privacy Screen Planting Design Ideas & Planting Tips
Landscape & Garden Uses
Growing 30 to 50 feet tall and 10 to 12 feet wide at maturity, the Zebrina Western Red Cedar is ideal for use as a specimen or in groupings in sunny to lightly shaded landscape and woodland borders. A dark background really shows of the variegation in the foliage. Can also be used as an accent or grouping in mixed privacy screen plantings or to frame the corners of tall homes and other structures. It also grows well in pots and other containers where it serves as a unique centerpiece with foliage that contrasts nicely with flowers and other plants. A fine addition to conifer gardens, native plant gardens and rock gardens.
Spacing:Â Â 7 to 8 feet apart for solid privacy screen; 15′ apart for space between plants
Growing Preferences
The Zebrina Western Red Cedar is very easy to grow in most any moist but well-drained soil of average fertility and full sun to light shade. We suggest 6 hours or more of direct sunlight per day for the brightest foliage color. Somewhat drought tolerant when established but will appreciate supplemental water during prolonged periods of summer drought. No pruning is necessary.
Helpful Articles
Click on a below to find advice from our experts on how to plant, fertilize, prune and water Arborvitae trees.
How To Plant & Care For Arborvitae TreesÂ
Privacy Screen Design & Planting TipsÂ
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