Platycladus orientalis 'Douglasii Aurea'
Douglas Pyramidal Arborvitae
Description
This larger shrub will grow to about 15' tall and 10' wide. It has small, scaled, light green and yellow green leaves. This is a highly combustible plant.
Plant Type
Conifer, Shrub
Height Range
25-40'
Flower Color
n/a
Flower Season
n/a
Leaf Color
Light Green, Yellow 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, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Acid
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Formal
Accenting Features
n/a
Seasonal Interest
n/a
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Filler, Hedge, Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Watering every day results in shallow roots.
Instead, water deeply every few days using the Cycle and Soak method (two or more short run times, each separated by about an hour).