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Platycladus orientalis

Family Cupressaceae
Plant Type conifer
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 1 - 15 m (3 - 50 ft)
Spread 0.6 - 7.5 m (2 - 25 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The showy matte foliage is medium lime and greyish aquamarine in colour, fine in texture, aromatic and evergreen. Platycladus orientalis (oriental arborvitae) bears fragrant cones fruit. A specimen plant, Platycladus orientalis (oriental arborvitae) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and topiary.