Cryptomeria japonica 'Albospica' ~ Albospica Japanese Cedar Size:3 GALLON (4) Photo by Fritz Flohr

(4) Photo by Fritz Flohr Reynolds

Loses compact shape with too much shade

Forever Goldy Arborvitae is a compact pyramidal evergreen shrub with upright branches and soft flat sprays of aromatic scale-like foliage with a bright green base that turns bright yellow where the sun hits in summer and winter

They are known for their long taproots

Cryptomeria japonica 'Albospica' ~ Albospica Japanese Cedar Size:3 GALLON (4) Photo by Fritz FlohrAlbospica Japanese Cedar is a slow growing conifer shrub with a pyramidal habit. The dense needles emerge pure white in full sun or creamy to non existent with heavier shade. Prefers slightly acidic, moist, well drained soil. Albospica is more sun tolerant and can tolerate full sun without burning, but still appreciates part sun in hotter climates. Only reaches 5' in 10 years. Type: Shrub, Conifer Height: 15' 20' Spread: 6 10' Spacing: 8' USDA