Thuja doesn't like dry soil. But too much water is just as harmful. If the soil is too moist, this encourages root rot to occur. This is how you avoid the tree of life getting too much water.
How do I avoid my thuja from getting too much water?
To prevent a thuja from getting too much water, you should choose a water-permeable soil, create drainage if necessary and water thoroughly once a week in dry times so that the soil always remains slightly moist.
Thuja doesn't like too much water
If thuja dries up, it may be because the tree lacks moisture. But the exact opposite can also happen. If the roots are waterlogged, they cannot absorb water and the thuja turns brown.
Make sure that the soil is permeable to water when planting. If necessary, create a drainage system so that the rainwater can drain away.
Watere regularly in dry times so that the soil is always slightly moist. Thorough watering once a week is cheaper than daily watering with small amounts.
Tip
When you cut the arborvitae hedge, make sure that the branches are not wet. If there is too much moisture, fungal spores penetrate the interfaces and damage the thuja.
