This small coniferous tree has multiple trunks and branches that extending to ground level and forms a dense oval to conical habit. It has green scale-like leaves that appear in flattened sprays along the stems and the small cones appear in spring.

Hardiness zones 4 to 10

Thuja oreintalis is naturally found in China growing in well drained, fertile moist light soils in an open sunny position and is frost and drought resistant. 

The Chinese Arborvitae is grown for its rounded habit and soft textured foliage. It is planted as a specimen in small gardens commonly along borders or at entrances. It is also grown in tubs or planter boxes that are kept moist or used for hedging. It establishes in 4 to 9 years and is suitable for cool mountain regions and the foliage that turns bronze during winter. There are many cultivars available with varying habits and foliage. ID 234

Thuja (Thoo-ya) orientalis (o-ree-en-TAH-lis)

“Thuja”, from Greek thyon, “a sacrifice” (referring to its resin, which was used as incense); “orientalis”, Latin word for “eastern”.

Cupressaceae (kew-press-AY-see-ee)
Coniferous Trees