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‘Degroot’s Spire’

Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis

'Degroot's Spire'

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  • Space saving habit
  • Evergreen
  • Native to North America
Description

A narrow, columnar form with fine textured, fan-like medium green foliage. 'Degroot's Spire' makes an ideal accent plant or very narrow hedge.

USDA Zone
3 - 7 (-40°F/-40°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
6 - 10'
Width
4 - 5'
Finish Time
1.5 seasons
Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Adaptable in terms of pH; best growth is in moderately moist, cool, fertile soils.

Pruning

Does not strictly require pruning, though it does tolerate it well. Prune in spring before new growth begins.

Uses

Hedges; screening; mixed borders; foundation plantings; specimen.

Growing Tips

Tolerates heat and drought once established. Keep watered after pruning to minimize browning; this is also an effective strategy to minimize winter damage to foliage in cold areas.