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SPRING GROVE®

Arborvitae - Western

Thuja plicata

'Grovepli'

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Three specimens of Spring Grove Western arborvitae growing in a hedge like formation Two specimens of large pyramidal Spring Grove Western arborvitae growing side by side YouTube video describing the plant shown on this page
  • Fast growing
  • Hardy
  • Deer resistant
Description

Spring Grove® is a fast growing, cold hardy selection of Western arborvitae shows excellent resistance to deer browsing. Selected for its superior winter color and hardiness, it maintains a dark green, glossy color even in winter and has survived -25°F temperatures. The tight pyramidal habit makes it an especially nice choice for creating fast-growing privacy screens.

USDA Zone
5 - 8 (-20°F/-28°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
25 - 30'
Width
12 - 15'
Finish Time
1 season
Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Green
Liner Sizes
2 1/4", 4", Quick Turn

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

Outstanding as a hedge or screen.

Growing Tips

Western arborvitae shows considerable resistance to deer browsing. Foliage has a bold, braided look.

  • Spec Sheet: Spring Grove® Thuja Spec Sheet
  • Benchcard: Spring Grove® Thuja Benchcard
  • Grower Sheet: Spring Grove® Thuja Grower Sheet
  • Tag: Spring Grove® Thuja Tag

    • Features: Evergreen, Salt tolerant, Winter interest, Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Native, Deer resistant

    Filters: Botanical genus: Thuja, Common name: Arborvitae - Western, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Green foliage

    Features: Evergreen, Salt tolerant, Winter interest, Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Native, Deer resistant

    Filters: Botanical genus: Thuja, Common name: Arborvitae - Western, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Exposure: Part sun, Green foliage