Thuja occidentalis Danica | White Cedar 'Danica' - Bowl - Height 50cm Width 80cm - 50lt

Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’ is a compact, dwarf evergreen conifer that is widely appreciated for its neat form, reliability and year-round structure. Originating from the white cedar of North America, this cultivar is particularly well suited to smaller gardens, rockeries, low hedging and container planting, where space is limited but evergreen interest is desired.

‘Danica’ forms a dense, naturally rounded mound, with a very slow growth rate. Over many years it typically reaches around 60–100 cm in both height and spread, making it easy to accommodate in a wide range of garden settings. Its tidy habit requires little to no pruning, as the plant maintains its shape without intervention.

The foliage consists of soft, flattened sprays of scale-like leaves, which are a fresh, bright green during spring and summer. As temperatures drop in autumn and winter, the foliage often develops bronze or coppery tones, adding subtle seasonal variation while remaining attractive throughout the colder months. Being evergreen, it provides valuable colour and structure when many other plants are dormant.

Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’ grows best in full sun to light shade, with sun helping to maintain its compact shape and healthy colour. It prefers moist but well-drained soil, and will tolerate a range of soil types, including clay, provided drainage is adequate. Once established, it is reasonably hardy and resilient, coping well with typical UK weather conditions.

Maintenance is minimal, limited mainly to watering during prolonged dry spells and removing any damaged or misplaced shoots if necessary. Thanks to its compact size and durability, ‘Danica’ works well as a formal accent plant, in geometric schemes, along pathways, or as a repeated planting for symmetry. Its combination of tidy form, evergreen foliage and low maintenance makes Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’ a dependable and attractive choice for both traditional and contemporary gardens.