RedCrocus Hiba Arborvitae | Dense Evergreen for Privacy & Landscaping | Aromatic, Pet-Friendly, Container-Ready | Hardy Zone 6-9 5/6' h B&B
RedCrocus Hiba Arborvitae | Dense Evergreen for Privacy & Landscaping | Aromatic, Pet-Friendly, Container-Ready | Hardy Zone 6-9 5/6' h B&B
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Hiba Arborvitae Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondai
Description
The Hiba Arborvitae is a dense, evergreen conifer featuring distinctive, soft, scale-like foliage with a lush green hue. It is known for its compact growth habit and aromatic wood, making it a popular choice for hedges and landscaping accents.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for creating privacy screens, ornamental hedges, and as a specimen plant in garden borders. Its attractive foliage also makes it suitable for Japanese and Asian-inspired landscape designs.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Hiba Arborvitae Thujopsis dolabrata var. hondai -
Common Name: Hiba Arborvitae -
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 3-6 ft tall with a spread of 3-4 ft; slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 6-9 -
Foliage Type: Scale-like, soft, and aromatic -
Bloom Time: Non-flowering (coniferous) -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper drainage -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Non-toxic, generally safe -
Fragrant: Yes, aromatic foliage -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Japanese maples, hostas, ferns
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in a location with full sun to partial shade. Maintain adequate spacing for growth. -
Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged -
Soil Type: Prefers acidic to neutral, well-drained soil -
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly to maintain shape; do not remove more than 25% annually -
Winter Care: Protect young plants in cold zones; mulch to insulate roots -
Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container -
Fertilization: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Mulch to retain moisture and control weeds
