A dwarf evergreen conifer with a broad upright form. Pretty foliage is thread-like and golden. Wonderful in winter when ‘Franky Boy’ turns to bronze-orange. Prefers full sun in well-drained soil. Botanical Name- Thuja orientalis ‘Franky Boy’ Pronunciation- THOO-yuh or-ee-en-TAY-liss Foliage- Evergreen Mature Width- 3 ft Mature Height- 4 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Tolerant of most soils except extremely wet Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Echinacea ‘White Swan’ – textural interest vs crisp white daisies Fauna Attracted- Shelter/nesting cover for birds, minimal pollinator interest Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C14 Yearly Care Instructions- Remove dead branches anytime; water deeply in dry periods and fertilize in spring. Trimming Instructions- Prune in early spring to shape and remove damaged branches. Fertilization Instructions- Use a conifer-type, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 4-8-8) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around roots to prevent waterlogging. Fertilizer Recommendation- Evergreen-tone Possible Issues- Bagworms, tip blight
