American arborvitae

American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Wansdyke Silver') need water regularly and consistently. During the growing season, it should be watered deep and thoroughly once a week. Water until the soil is evenly moist but not soggy. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly before watering again. In the winter, water slowly and deeply just every couple of weeks to keep the root zone moist. Do not let the soil dry out completely, as this can cause the tree to suffer from winter desiccation.

American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Wansdyke Silver') is a shade-tolerant plant that prefers dappled sunlight or partial shade. It will tolerate full sun but will grow best in areas that receive 4 to 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. For optimal growth, try to plant the arborvitae in areas that receive morning sun and afternoon shade, as this will protect it from the full force of the sun's rays and allow it to cool off during the hottest part of the day.

American arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Wansdyke Silver') is a popular, slow-growing evergreen conifer. This species has narrow green- and yellow-tipped foliage and reaches a mature height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 5-6 feet. This plant does not require frequent pruning. In fact, in most cases, pruning should only be done as needed to remove dead, discolored, or otherwise damaged foliage. For a well-maintained plant, pruning should only take place once a year, in late winter or early spring, before new growth appears. When pruning, only remove a small amount of tips from the top and sides of the plant and avoid taking off more than a third of the foliage. It is important to wait until late winter or early spring to prune so that plants don't become overly stressed and to avoid any damage.