10 Blue Cone Arborvitae Starter Plug Platycladus orientalis
Blue Cone Arborvitae is a compact, upright evergreen conifer admired for its dense, soft-textured blue-green foliage that holds color well through winter. It forms a narrow, conical shape over time, making it a favored choice for hedges, borders, foundation plantings, and container culture where a tidy vertical accent is desired.
This slow-growing, low-maintenance conifer suits small gardens, narrow side yards, and formal or informal landscape designs. Its naturally tight branching habit reduces the need for frequent shearing, and it performs well as a specimen, in groupings, or as a year-round privacy screen. Provide consistent moisture during establishment and well-drained conditions thereafter for best results.
Species: Platycladus orientalis
Variety: Blue Cone
Type: Evergreen conifer
Plant_Habit: Compact, upright, narrow conical
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, average fertility
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 4-9
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 3-5 feet apart for hedging
Notes: Plant plug; water regularly until established