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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.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; marg in-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } 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 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 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 Show more