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Dwarf Golden Arborvitae
Thuja orientalis 'Aurea Nana'
Pronunciation: THOO-yuh or-ee-en-TAY-liss AW-ree-uh NAN-uh
SKU #07290
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 4 to 6 ft. tall, 3 to 5 ft. wide; no pruning necessary.
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| Description | A compactly branched dwarf evergreen shrub with a handsome naturally pointed globe shape that rarely requires pruning. Bright golden yellow foliage develops into a rich bronze color in winter. Excellent choice for use in pairs or groups in borders, in formal rows, or in containers. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Design Ideas | This compact evergreen makes an interesting accent as a foundation plant or combined with other shrubs in the garden. Use it as the focal point with lower-growing shrubs and perennials for an attractive grouping in even small gardens. |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Spirea (Spiraea) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established, supplementing during hot dry summer months. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. May be pruned annually to shape if desired. |
Details
| Description | A compactly branched dwarf evergreen shrub with a handsome naturally pointed globe shape that rarely requires pruning. Bright golden yellow foliage develops into a rich bronze color in winter. Excellent choice for use in pairs or groups in borders, in formal rows, or in containers. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | This compact evergreen makes an interesting accent as a foundation plant or combined with other shrubs in the garden. Use it as the focal point with lower-growing shrubs and perennials for an attractive grouping in even small gardens. |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Spirea (Spiraea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established, supplementing during hot dry summer months. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. May be pruned annually to shape if desired. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Dwarf Golden Arborvitae produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Dwarf Golden Arborvitae evergreen or deciduous?
Dwarf Golden Arborvitae is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Dwarf Golden Arborvitae?
Dwarf Golden Arborvitae is Dramatic Foliage Color, Waterwise, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Dwarf Golden Arborvitae grow?
Dwarf Golden Arborvitae has a Slow growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Dwarf Golden Arborvitae?
Dwarf Golden Arborvitae grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Dwarf Golden Arborvitae in my landscape?
Dwarf Golden Arborvitae is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
How can I use Dwarf Golden Arborvitae in my garden design?
This compact evergreen makes an interesting accent as a foundation plant or combined with other shrubs in the garden. Use it as the focal point with lower-growing shrubs and perennials for an attractive grouping in even small gardens.
What color is the foliage of Dwarf Golden Arborvitae?
Dwarf Golden Arborvitae has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Dwarf Golden Arborvitae?
Good companion plants for Dwarf Golden Arborvitae include: Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Spirea (Spiraea).
How do I care for Dwarf Golden Arborvitae?
Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established, supplementing during hot dry summer months. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. May be pruned annually to shape if desired.
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