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Buy Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow'

Also Known As

Amber Glow Miniature Eastern Arborvitae

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

3a-9b

4" Container | $34.99

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Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen gold
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, dwarf, globose, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lonicera periclymenum Peaches and Cream is a deliciously fragrant honeysuckle with burgundy red buds opening to creamy white and pink flowers that age to yellow through June and July. Plants are compact to about eight feet tall. Probably hardy to zone 4.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

One of very few conifers that actually has an amber-orange color. Another wonderful attribute about this miniature arborvitae is the fact that it doesn't burn in full sun!

By: Conifer Kingdom

Thuja occidentalis 'Amber Glow' - A miniature variety of Eastern Arborvitae. Leaves are just a beautiful glowing yellow. No burning issues. Plant grows about one inch a year.