Techney arborvitae They can grow 15-20ft tall and 10ft wide and the spreading root system is very wind firm and shallow.but the wood is not quite so strong and can be damaged by high winds, snow and ice. This tree has multiple leaders, so some damage to the top of the tree in ice and snow just lets one of the other “leaders” take over so the effect is minor in a windbreak. The foliage extends down to the ground, excellent for blocking winds. Deer will eat this foliage in the winter and severe damage and death can result with smaller plants, with larger plants all the foliage can be eaten off within 6 ft of the ground. Deer reduction or fencing may have to be used in some areas. The Techny Arborvitae grows well in a hardiness zone from 3-7 and likes water. Does not do well in sandy soil as has a shallow root system and in drought conditions, losses can result. Will grow well in high ph soils such as along gravel roads, and in clay soils. Disease problem are few with no fungal disease problems and few insect problems such as bag worms or spider mites in a dry hot summer. The Techny Arborvitae has shown to be a better plant for use in windbreaks than any other arborvitaes and is more drought resistant. In this area, when compared to the American, Nigra, Dark Green, Emerald Green and Green Giant arborvitaes, and the Techny always comes out on top in my book. As with any arborvitae if you have less than 1 inch of rain in a 30 day period from May through September with hot conditions, you should consider watering your trees no matter how big they are. A soaker hose or maybe letting the water dribble out of a hose can do the job and save your trees.
Posted on: Thu, 29 May 2014 21:18:35 +0000
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