noun
- Plural of arborvitae; evergreen shrubs or trees of the cypress family, often used in landscaping and ornamental gardens.
Usage: Also spelled 'arborvitaes' or 'arbor vitaes'; the singular form is 'arborvitae'; Common in North American horticulture
Examples
- The homeowner planted a row of arborvitaes along the property line for privacy.
- Arborvitaes are popular choices for hedges because they grow tall and dense.
- The landscape designer recommended arborvitaes for their year-round green foliage.
- Many arborvitaes can tolerate cold winters and poor soil conditions.
- The garden center had several varieties of arborvitaes in stock.