RedCrocus Leprechaun Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata | Compact evergreen conifer, ideal for small gardens & containers, low-maintenance, deer resistant, soft bright green foliage 5/6' h B&B

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.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; marg in-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Leprechaun' Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata 'Leprechaun' Description This compact conifer features dense, bright green foliage with a unique pyramidal shape, making it an attractive addition to gardens and landscape borders. It maintains a slow to moderate growth rate and is well-suited for smaller spaces. Suggested Uses Ideal for small gardens, privacy screens, hedges, and container gardening. Plant Details Botanical Name: Leprechaun' Western Red Cedar Thuja plicata 'Leprechaun' Common Name: Leprechaun' Western Red Cedar Size & Growth: Typically 2-3 ft tall and wide at maturity, with a slow to moderate growth rate Hardiness Zones: 4-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen conifer with dense foliage Bloom Time: Does not produce flowers, conifer cones are not showy Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Non-toxic Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other conifers, ornamental shrubs, perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space appropriately for growth needs. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Adaptable to various soils, prefers loamy or sandy soil. Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning needed; prune to shape or remove dead branches. Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and excessive snow load if in exposed locations. Planting Depth: Plant so that the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fertilization: Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Show more