Oriental Arborvitae – Platycladus orientalis

Oriental arborvitaes provide a break in texture and growth habit to your landscape. Never losing its foliage, it can also be used as a privacy screen/hedge or a windbreak against a fence. These trees are very tough, but perform much better with some regular care and love. 

All pricing and availability are subject to change

Pricing: 
1 gallon – $10
5 gallon – $35
15 gallon – $70

Details and Care Information:
  

Sunset Zones: 2-24
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-10
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil: Highly Acidic to Slightly Alkaline
Drought Tolerance: Intolerant of Drought
Growth Rate:  24” per year
Growth Habit: Oval, Rounded or Umbrella Shape
Height: Up to 20ft.
Width: 10-15ft.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen
Longevity: 50 -150 years
Litter Issue: Bark
Pests and Diseases: Armillaria, Phytophthora, Root Rot and Spider Mites
Branch Strength: Medium
Root Damage Potential: Medium
Suckering Potential: Low
Salt Tolerance: 
Special Care: 
Pruning Advice:
Watering Advice: Watering keeps these trees looking full as opposed to thin, leggy, and sparse. For more, visit How to Water Your Plants
Staking: 
Fertilizer: 
Microclimate: What is a Microclimate?

 

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