| Thuja Orientalis 'Blue Cone'
Overall Description
This is an uncommon arborvitae, yet a wonderful addition to your landscape. Bright green foliage in vertical sprays with little, if any, bronzing in the winter. Distinguishing feature is the bright glaucous blue cones which are a great contrast against the green foliage. Grows in an upright oval, almost egg-shaped habit. Good growth rate, broad oval shape, and dense green foliage make this arborvitae a good choice for a screen or border of a moderate height.
Plant Facts & Specifications
Mature Height: 8-12 ft
Mature Width: 5-7 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate / Fast ( 10"-12" avg per yr )
Hardiness Zones: 5-11 ( if unsure of your zone please use zone finder below )
Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Soil Preference: Average to slightly sandy - well drained
Foliage Color & Texture: Medium green sprays of vertical fanlike foliage. Very, very uniform green color throughout, and holding through the winter as well.
Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: Cones are 5/8" to 3/4" in size, and start out as a very pretty baby blue color, eventually ripening to a mahogany brown. Cones contain wingless seeds.
Diseases / Insects: Bagworms, spider mites, and canker ( Seiridium spp. ) are the most common problems seen with this variety.
Fertilization / Feeding: Either water soluble ( Miracle Gro, or equivalent ), or granular ( Holly Tone is excellent ). Other granular types with 6-12-12, or 10-10-10 ratio is acceptable. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall - avoid feeding during hot summer months, and directly after transplanting. |
