| Planting
arborvitaes is easy, as they generally require no aftercare
to thrive, aside from occasional pruning. Once a suitable site
is selected, the hole should be dug large enough for the root
system to spread out. The roots should be only a few inches
underneath the surface of the soil, as they require air to grow
properly. Once in place, the plant should be watered. |
Planting
arborvitaes should be done in an area of moist, alkaline soil
for best results. This is not required, however, as arborvitaes
will grow in dry or acidic soil as well. They can be planted
just about anywhere that has full to partial sun. Hardy to
zones three to seven, arborvitaes will not thrive in warmer
climates.
Propagation
of arborvitaes can be done best by clippings. This is generally
easier than it is on other plants, as the tree can literally
be torn apart to make hundreds of smaller clippings. Planting
arborvitae clippings is easy to do, but takes some time before
a mature plant grows. The clipping should be about four inches
of new growth, and should be placed in a sandy soil. After
planting arborvitae clippings, a mist of water should be applied
for a few seconds every ten minutes or so.
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