Description
Bring a touch of whimsy and year-round color to your garden with Thuja orientalis ‘Franky Boy’, also known as Platycladus orientalis ‘Franky Boy’ or Oriental Arborvitae. This distinctive, upright shrub features soft, thread-like foliage that glows yellow-green in spring and summer, transforming to warm bronze hues in winter—a stunning display through all seasons.
🪴 Plant Details:
Light: Partial Shade to Full Sun
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5–8
Mature Size (10 years): 3–4 ft tall x 2 ft wide
Growth Habit: Upright, compact, and rounded
Origin: A unique seedling selection from ‘Elegantissima’, discovered in 1990 and introduced by Frank Nursery in Austria.
This slow-growing evergreen is perfect for small gardens, borders, rock gardens, or containers. With its unique texture and changing colors, ‘Franky Boy’ adds architectural interest and personality to any landscape.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It:
Low maintenance and easy to shape
Eye-catching foliage and form
Excellent cold and heat tolerance
Great choice for collectors and garden designers alike
Ships healthy and ready to plant. Add this charming evergreen to your landscape today!
