Platycladus orientalis
Oriental arborvitae
Description
This evergreen shrub is stately and dignified with its conical, dense and columnar shape. It can reach 18'-25' tall and 10' wide. Leaves look like scales, grouped in flat plates. This shrub is cold hardy and has valuable use as a formal hedge. It is drought tolerant when mature. This shrub tends to collect dust and look dirty; hose off to bring out the best leaf color.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Rocky
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
n/a
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
n/a
Special Uses
n/a
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.