A handsome conifer with broad, glossy scale-leaves boldly marked silver-white beneath, borne in flattened sprays. A distinctive feature tree for cool, moist temperate gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 8 m H × 3 m W
- Aspect: part shade or morning sun and full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Hiba Arborvitae
Botanically, Thujopsis dolabrata is a slow-growing tree in the Cupressaceae family. It reaches around 8 m tall and 3 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Hiba Arborvitae
Hiba Arborvitae suits cool-temperate climates and grows best in part shade or morning sun and full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Hiba Arborvitae does best in free-draining soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in. For a screen, space plants about 1.8 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Hiba Arborvitae is regular, moderate watering. A feed in spring with a balanced fertiliser keeps growth strong. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Hiba Arborvitae in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Hiba Arborvitae in the garden
Hiba Arborvitae earns its place for a feature or specimen planting and a fast screen or informal hedge.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Hiba Arborvitae with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
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