Thuja orientalis aurea (Gold Arborvitae)
Thuja orientalis aurea (Gold Arborvitae) has a bright yellow summer colour and a yellow-bronze winter colour. It grows slowly and has a short, approximately cylindrical shape with slightly flattened sides. youth, the scale-like yellowish-green leaves in flattened sprays become deeper green as they age. In the winter, the foliage may become a bronze colour. Cones that are oval in shape and can be up to 3/4" long. Bark is reddish-brown in colour. Grow in full sun on rich, medium-moisture, well-drained soils. Allows for some midday shade. Is a fan of good air circulation. In hot and dry weather, make sure to water your plants on a regular basis.
Botanical Name : Thuja orientalis aurea
Common Name : Gold Arborvitae
Height : 18-25ft
Spread : 15 ft
Germination Info : Seed does not require a pre-treatment
Hardiness zone : 6-10
Average seed per ounce : Approx. 1563