Care Guide for Blue Cone Arbovitae

PLANTING:

• Choose location with well-draining soil.
• Dig hole twice the width and depth of root ball.
• Place tree in hole, ensuring root ball is level with soil.
• Fill hole with soil and gently press down.
• Water thoroughly to settle soil around roots.

SOIL:

• Easily grown in a range of soils, including clay, alkaline and compacted.
• Avoid wet and soggy soils. 

MULCH:

• Apply 2-3 inch layer of mulch around tree base.
• Helps retain moisture, suppress weeds, regulate soil temperature.

LIGHT:

• Thrives in full sun.
• Avoid planting in areas that receive less than 4 hours of direct sunlight per day.

WATER:

• Water well every 2-3 days until established. 
• Water frequently during extremely hot months. 
• Once established, water only during extended periods of drought.

FERTILIZE:

• Fertilize during early spring with a slow-release, well-balanced fertilizer.

PRUNING:

• Pruning is not necessary. 
• Avoid pruning during the hottest and coldest months.