
Platycladus orientalis ‘Filiformis Erecta’
Oriental Arborvitae - Filiformis Erecta
A semi-dwarf Oriental Arborvitae (Cedar). Forms an upright habit of pale-green-yellow thread-like foliage which turns bronzy in winter. Grows 5′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Seedling of Platycladus orientalis f. flagelliformis. Selected in Belgium before 1900.
Synonymous
Thuja orientalis 'Filiformis Erecta'
Special Notes
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Sun or all day indirect/filtered light. Plant in a protected area out of the prevailing winds, as being exposed to winter winds can lead to desiccation.
Soil: Adaptable to various soils.
Maintenance: Selective pruning as needed from spring to July.
Group: Intermediate
