Platycladus orientalis ‘Franky Boy’
Oriental Arborvitae - Franky Boy
A dwarf Oriental Arborvitae (Cedar). Beautiful, golden-green thread-like foliage, forming a tear drop shape. Foliage turns bronzy-orange during winter. Grows 3′ high and wide in a 10 year period.
Additional information
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| Exposure | Filtered Light, Full Sun, Part Sun |
|---|---|
| Zone | 6 |
Origin
Seedling of Platycladus orientalis 'Elegantissima'. Selected by Frank Nursery of Austria in 1990.
Synonymous
Thuja orientalis 'Franky Boy'
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: Dwarf
