Platycladus orientalis

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Oriental Arborvitae

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer:

Description

This evergreen shrub will reach about 25' tall and 15' wide. It has small leaves that are variegated gold, green and yellow; the leaves turn golden yellow in the fall. This is a highly combustible plant. This plant is fire prone. Please use caution when planting near your home.

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Gold, Green, Yellow, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Half, Shade

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Ranch

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Entry, Foundation, Lawn

Special Uses

Hedge, Screen, Wind Break

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.