Scientific Name
Microbiota decussata

Common Name
Russian arborvitae
 
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8
Habit: Evergreen
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun to partial shade; moist, well-drained soil
Height: 1 foot
Width: 2 to 8 feet
Texture: Medium to fine
Form: Spreading ground cover with flattened sprays
Flower/Fruit: Grown for foliage
Foliage: Branchlets arranged in flattened sprays; bright green needles are scale-like; soft texture; bronzy-purple to brown in winter
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Cultivars: --
   


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