Chinese Arborvitae
Platycladus orientalis
Cupressaceae · coniferous tree · introduced
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Plant Profile
Size & Form
Height
4–6 ft
Spread
10-15 ft
Growth Rate
Fast
Size at 20 yr
35 ft
Lifespan
Moderate
Site Requirements
Light
Sun to Part Shade
Soil Drainage
Adaptable
Soil pH
4.7-6.8
Water
Moderate
Drought Tolerance
Medium
Hardiness
Zones 4b–9b
Ornamental Interest
Bloom Time
Non-flowering
Origin
Korea, Manchuria and northern China
Watch for this season
Twig BlightModerate
Canker Development and Twig Dieback
LeafminerModerate
Larval Mining
Diseases: Regionally Documented (5)
Pests: Regionally Documented (7)
Phenological Calendar
View full calendar (5 stages)
| Stage | Typical Window |
|---|---|
| New growth flush BBCH 11 | Feb 15-Mar 15 |
| Bloom start BBCH 61 | Apr 1-Apr 30 |
| Bloom end / petal fall BBCH 69 | Apr 15-May 15 |
| Fruit/seed development BBCH 71 | Jun 1-Aug 31 |
| Fruit/seed maturity BBCH 85 | Sep 1-Nov 30 |
Cultivars (3)
'Franky Boy'
Common name: Franky Boy Chinese ArborvitaeFranky Boy Oriental Arborvitae; Mature height: 4 ft
Hardy to USDA Zone 5
'Morgan'
Common name: Morgan Chinese ArborvitaeMorgan Oriental Arborvitae
Hardy to USDA Zone 6
'Van Hoey Smith'
Common name: Van Hoey Smith Chinese ArborvitaeVan Hoey Smith Oriental Arborvitae; Mature height: 3 ft
Hardy to USDA Zone 6
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