Thuja occidentalis 'Aurea Nana' – A Dwarf Evergreen with Golden Foliage
Thuja occidentalis 'Aurea Nana' is a compact, slow-growing evergreen shrub known for its bright, golden-yellow foliage that maintains its colour year-round. This dwarf conifer adds colour and texture to any garden, offering a tidy, dense form that works well in small spaces, borders, and containers. Its vibrant golden hue makes it a striking addition to your landscape, providing both visual interest and structure.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
Spring:
- In spring, 'Aurea Nana' emerges with fresh, vibrant golden foliage that brightens up the garden. The yellow tones are most intense during the spring and summer months, adding warmth and radiance to the landscape.
- The compact, rounded form begins to take shape, creating a neat, dense mound.
Summer:
- The golden-yellow foliage holds its colour through the summer, creating a bright contrast against darker green plants in the garden. It retains its round shape and provides a neat, evergreen presence in the landscape.
- This shrub requires minimal care, continuing to thrive in sunny spots or partial shade.
Autumn:
- As the weather cools, the golden color of 'Aurea Nana' remains vibrant, though it may deepen slightly in hue. The shrub maintains its compact form, adding structure and color to autumn gardens.
Winter:
- In winter, the golden-yellow foliage persists, providing year-round interest. The bright colour contrasts beautifully with the cold, bare surroundings, ensuring that 'Aurea Nana' remains a focal point even during the colder months.
Structure & Form
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Height & Spread: 'Aurea Nana' is a dwarf conifer that typically reaches a height of 60–90cm and a spread of 90–120cm, making it an excellent choice for smaller gardens, containers, or as a low hedge.
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Form: It has a rounded, mounded form with dense, scale-like foliage that gives it a lush, full appearance. The shrub maintains its compact shape without requiring much pruning.
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Growth Habit: A slow-growing shrub that is perfect for gardeners looking for a manageable, low-maintenance plant with minimal upkeep.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Borders & Edges: 'Aurea Nana' makes an excellent choice for low borders, creating a colorful and structured edge to garden beds or walkways.
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Foundation Planting: Its small size and vibrant color make it ideal for foundation plantings, where it can add contrast and warmth near buildings.
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Containers & Patios: Due to its compact size, 'Aurea Nana' works well in containers, making it a great addition to patios, balconies, or entryways.
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Rock Gardens & Small Gardens: Perfect for small gardens or rock gardens, where its size and color can brighten up the space without overwhelming it.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position: Prefers full sun for the brightest golden foliage but can tolerate partial shade. In shaded areas, the yellow color may be less intense.
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Soil: Thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and is adaptable to a range of soil types. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil.
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Maintenance: Very low-maintenance. This shrub grows slowly, so little to no pruning is necessary, although occasional trimming can help maintain its shape. It is relatively drought-tolerant once established but benefits from occasional watering during dry spells.
Why Choose Thuja occidentalis 'Aurea Nana'?
Thuja occidentalis 'Aurea Nana' is a compact, vibrant evergreen that provides year-round color and structure to the garden. Its slow-growing nature makes it ideal for small spaces, containers, or as part of a low hedge. With its golden foliage, it adds a cheerful touch to your landscape, while requiring minimal care and maintenance.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Evergreens: Combine with other evergreens like Boxwood or Juniper to create a structured, year-round landscape.
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Perennials: Pair with perennials like Heuchera, Echinacea, or Daylilies for a dynamic contrast of colors and textures.
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Grasses: Plant with ornamental grasses like Carex or Festuca for added movement and contrast in the garden.
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Flowering Shrubs: Complement with flowering shrubs like Hydrangea or Azalea to create a colorful and layered garden.
Thuja occidentalis 'Aurea Nana' is an ideal choice for gardeners seeking a compact evergreen with vibrant golden foliage that adds year-round color to small gardens, borders, or containers. Its low-maintenance nature and striking appearance make it a standout in any landscape, providing structure and beauty with minimal care.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
