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Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport'

Also Known As

  • Rogers Aurea Sport Dwarf ArborvitaeWestern
  • Rogers Aurea Sport Western Red Cedar

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 4'-6'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport' plant details

Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport' is an evergreen conifer tree with gold foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An exciting introduction! Foliage is unique to the species, compact and delicate with a bright golden-yellow color. The slow growing, irregular habit is then shaded with a bronzy hue at the end of the season. A colorful, cheery dwarf that can add interest to any area.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport' plant

How to Grow Thuja plicata 'Rogers Aurea Sport'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Zones

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Zones

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Size

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