Golden Biota

🌿 Golden Biota – Thuja orientalis ‘Nana Aurea’

Golden Biota is a compact, slow-growing conifer prized for its rich golden foliage, neat form, and year-round colour. Ideal for small gardens across Melbourne, Geelong, and the Mornington Peninsula, this hardy dwarf thuja thrives in full sun to light shade and adapts well to a wide range of well-drained soils. Its naturally rounded, symmetrical growth makes it perfect for borders, rockeries, foundation planting, Japanese-style gardens, and decorative pot displays. With low maintenance needs and excellent cold tolerance, Thuja ‘Nana Aurea’ delivers consistent structure and vibrant golden tones all year long.

🌱 Care Guide — Thuja orientalis ‘Nana Aurea’

Light: Full sun for best golden colour; tolerates light shade.
Soil: Prefers well-drained soil; performs well in sandy loam, slightly acidic, or neutral soils.
Water: Moderate; water regularly during establishment, then reduce to occasional deep watering.
Fertiliser: Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser.
Pruning: Rarely needed; trim lightly to maintain symmetry if desired.
Position: Excellent for rockeries, borders, pots, formal garden structure, and small feature plantings.
Growth Habit: Slow-growing, compact, typically 60–90 cm tall and wide.
Pests/Disease: Generally trouble-free; avoid poorly drained or waterlogged sites.

🏷️ Slow Growing and Low Maintenance

Thuja orientalis ‘Nana Aurea’, Golden Biota is a charming dwarf conifer featuring vibrant golden foliage and a naturally rounded, tidy shape. Compact and beautifully textured, it’s ideal for adding year-round structure and colour to small gardens, courtyard spaces, borders, and containers. Slow-growing and low-maintenance, this hardy variety thrives in full sun and adapts well to a range of Victorian soils. ‘Nana Aurea’ is a standout choice for gardeners who want long-lasting colour, architectural form, and effortless style in any landscape.