Chinese arborvitae
Thuja orientalis 'Morgan'
This woody chameleon, native to Australia, is known for its exceptional ability to change foliage color. Its summer lime-green foliage turns deep purple in fall, followed by a fantastic rich orange color during the winter months. A favorite plant among dwarf conifer enthusiasts.
| Key feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 5 - 8 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Tolerates extremely dry to boggy wet conditions, provided drainage is adequate. Quite drought tolerant once established. |
| Average landscape size: | Grows 2 to 4 inches per year, reaching three feet tall at 10 years. |
| Growth rate: | Slow |
| Growth habit: | Columnar, Narrow |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Dwarf Plant |
| Landscape uses: | Border, Rock Garden, Specimen |
| Item no.: | 4682 |
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Care Information
Provide a well-drained soil and follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prefers humidity; performs less welll in regions where summers are hot and dry.
Design Ideas
Like many dwarf conifers, this plant is fairly slow growing, which makes it perfect for smaller spaces in your garden.
This woody chameleon, native to Australia, is known for its exceptional ability to change foliage color. Its summer lime-green foliage turns deep purple in fall, followed by a fantastic rich orange color during the winter months. A favorite plant among dwarf conifer enthusiasts.
Care Information
Provide a well-drained soil and follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring. Prefers humidity; performs less welll in regions where summers are hot and dry.
Design Ideas
Like many dwarf conifers, this plant is fairly slow growing, which makes it perfect for smaller spaces in your garden.
| Key feature: | Year-round Interest |
| Cold hardiness zones: | 5 - 8 |
| Light needs: | Full sun |
| Water Needs: | Tolerates extremely dry to boggy wet conditions, provided drainage is adequate. Quite drought tolerant once established. |
| Average landscape size: | Grows 2 to 4 inches per year, reaching three feet tall at 10 years. |
| Growth rate: | Slow |
| Growth habit: | Columnar, Narrow |
| Special features: | Dramatic Foliage Color, Dwarf Plant |
| Landscape uses: | Border, Rock Garden, Specimen |
| Item no.: | 4682 |