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  • Answered by
    theficuswrangler on
    May 28, 2014
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    I would not use landscape fabric under the mulch because of the danger of suffocating the roots. The mulch itself should also not be more than 3 or 4 inches deep, in order to allow roots to breathe.

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    theficuswrangler on
    October 15, 2014
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    Arborvitae have more of a shallow, surface root system. One source I read noted that no kind of tree should be planted directly over a septic field, and suggested that 30 - 60' away from the septic tank was likely acceptable for arborvitae. However, I suggest you consult a professional in the plumbing field to see what kinds of trees they have most trouble with in your area. This article has some more information about these plants, which I hope will help you make your decision: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/arborvitae/growing-arborvitae-trees.htm

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    Nikki on
    November 10, 2014
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    This kind of browning can be caused either by under or over watering. How much water did they get before and how much are you giving them now? If you can let us know that, we can tell you which it is for your plant.

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    Nikki on
    December 22, 2014
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    Arborvitae is a common and good choice for containers. Depending on your location and the severity of your winters, I would treat it as if it's in one growing zone lower than yours. Plants in containers experience weather more like zones one lower because they do not have as much protection from the cold for the roots as plants in the ground. Therefore, you may want to consider wrapping the container with burlap and place it near the home, if possible, to provide additional protection/shelter.

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    theficuswrangler on
    December 21, 2014
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    Depends on where you're located, how hard the winter is, and what kind of winter protection you use for the plant. This article has some suggestions: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/special/containers/overwintering-container-plants.htm
    If planting is at all an option for you, you might want to consider it. https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/arborvitae/growing-arborvitae-trees.htm

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    Heather on
    June 2, 2015
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    They don't take well to pruning, so it's pretty much a wait and see sort of thing. You could try giving them a little dose of fertilizer and make sure they're watered well to see if this helps at all.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    June 7, 2015
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    Your planting at 2 foot spacing should be correct for the growing recommendations of Emerald Arborvitae border planting.
    This is adequate for root growth and with proper pruning will yield you a good privacy screen.
    Emerald Arborvitae can grow 10 to 15 feet height and will be about 2 feet depth when mature.
    I would not remove any plants.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/arborvitae/growing-arborvitae-trees.htm

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