Morgan Arborvitae
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Morgan Arborvitae

Morgan Arborvitae

$98.00
$98.00
$98.00
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Thuja orientalis 'Morgan'


Morgan Arborvitae represents a distinguished Australian cultivar developed by Mal Morgan in the 1970s, prized among dwarf conifer collectors for its chameleon-like seasonal color transformation. Lime-green summer foliage transitions to purple autumn tones, then deepens to rich orange as winter cold intensifies—creating sustained chromatic drama against the season's muted palette. This true dwarf reaches merely 4 feet tall with a 2-foot spread, making it exceptionally suitable for rock gardens, specimen cultivation, and container applications. Its compact stature and dynamic color progression render it an outstanding choice for gardeners seeking year-round visual interest and refined ornamental character in space-constrained settings.

Joseph's Take

Joseph's Take

Morgan is my new favorite plant for large containers as it can handle most winters, only gets 4 feet tall, and has interest in every season. As with most Arborvitae, evolving temperatures change their foliage color more than most plants. Our 7 gallon Morgan are appx 3' tall which is almost full grown.

Hardiness Map
Mature Height: 4'
Mature Width: 2'
Flower Season: Does not flower
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Hardiness Zone: 5 to 8
This plant is suitable for the low temperates below:
Temp (F)
Zone
Temp (C)
-20 to -10
5
-28.9 to -23.3
-10 to 0
6
-23.3 to -17.8
0 to 10
7
-17.8 to -12.2
10 to 20
8
-12.2 to -6.7
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