Oriental arborvitae
Synonym: Thuja orientalis
Family: Cupressaceae
 Show Larger Picture "Tuya, oriental arborvitae, Thuja orientalis L.", 20329 U.S.D.A. Forest Service, courtesy of Hunt Institute |
Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: All zones USDA: 8-10 Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 10°F (-12°C) Heat Tolerance: Better with afternoon shade Sun Exposure: Full sun, tolerates light shade Origin: Probably China Growth Habits: Evergreen tree or bush, slow growing, 3 to 25 feet tall (0.9-7.5 m), 2 to 10 feet (0.6-3 m) wide depending on the variety; leaves scented when bruised Watering Needs: Regular water, pretty adaptable, but doesn't like boggy sites Propagation: Seeds, cuttings |
'Nana Berkman' - golden-tinted foliage, 4 feet tall (1.2 m).
'Aureus Nanus' - golden-tinted foliage, up to 10 feet tall (3 m) generally shorter.
'Baker' - dense, conical, up to 8 feet tall (2.4 m).
'Juniperoides' - blue gray, up to 3 feet tall (90 cm).
'Elegantissima' - up to 12-15 feet (3.6-4.5 m).
Cultural Practices:
Sensitive to spider mite.
Fruiting Habits:
Monoecious, the female cones are woody and bluish when mature.
Propagation:
The seeds need to be stratified in a moist medium, at 40°F (4°C) during 2 months. Hardwood or softwood cuttings are relatively easy at any time of the year.
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