Arborvitae 'Reingold' 2L

Thuja 'Reingold' (Thuja occidentalis 'Rheingold') – A Golden Accent for Your Garden

Thuja 'Reingold' is a dwarf variety of western arborvitae with golden-yellow needles and a compact, conical habit. It is valued for its decorativeness and versatile use in gardens and terraces.

Main features of tui 'Reingold'

• Leaves: Golden-yellow, soft, scaly. The intense color lasts all year round, taking on a slightly coppery shade in winter.
• Habit: Compact, conical or spherical, reaching a height of 1-1.5 m and a width of up to 1 m.
• Growth: Slow-growing, ideal for small gardens and containers.
• Bark: Reddish-brown, flaky, adding decorative value.

Requirements & Care

• Position: It grows best in full sun, where it acquires the most intense color, but also tolerates light partial shade.
• Soil: Fertile, moist, well-drained. It does well in a variety of soil types, from sandy to clayey.
• Watering: Regular, especially during periods of drought and in the first year after planting. The soil should be slightly moist.
• Fertilizing: In the spring, it is a good idea to use compound fertilizers to promote healthy growth and color intensity.
• Pruning: Optional – can be formed in early spring to maintain a compact shape. Regular removal of damaged shoots is recommended.

Immunity

• Frost resistance: Fully frost resistant (zones 3-7), ideal for the Polish climate.
• Diseases and pests: Resistant to most diseases and pests. It is worth monitoring for spider mites or fungi.

Application of thuja 'Reingold'

1. Hedges: Excellent for low, formed hedges that create decorative golden barriers.
2. Borders: Ideal for group and border plantings as a contrast to green or darker plants.
3. Solitaire: Attractive as a single plant in gardens, eye-catching all year round.
4. Containers: Great for decorating terraces and balconies – it can be planted in large pots.
5. Rock gardens: Perfect for rockeries and slopes, adding a touch of color.

Plant Specifications

• Flower pot: 2 liters
• Age: 2 years old
• Frost resistance: Yes