Thuja orientalis ‘Aurea Nana' ~ Berkman's Golden Arborvitae variegated-leaf and then acquire rose-pink tones

and then acquire rose-pink tones before eventually fading to beige as its leaves turn

Good drought tolerance

(4)  Dr Mary Gillham Archive Project

Yellowing leaves indicates acidity too low

IMAGES:  Christoph Münch

Thuja orientalis ‘Aurea Nana' ~ Berkman's Golden Arborvitae variegated-leaf and then acquire rose-pink tonesBerckmans Golden Arborvitae is a carefree dwarf evergreen shrub with a unique flattened vertical appearance. The fine foliage emerges bright gold in spring and matures to a yellow green that lasts through winter. Best grown full sun and well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established. Sold under multiple names. Type: Shrub, Conifer Origins: Northeast N. America Height: 4' 8' Spread: 2 4' Spacing: 2' USDA Hardiness Zone: 6 9 Culture: Full Sun,