Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'- Dense, evergreen shrub for privacy, screens, and landscape accents. Ideal for zones 3-7, container or garden planting. 6/7' h B&B
Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'- Dense, evergreen shrub for privacy, screens, and landscape accents. Ideal for zones 3-7, container or garden planting. 6/7' h B&B
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Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
Description
An evergreen conifer featuring dense, dark green foliage with a narrow, upright growth habit. Perfect for privacy screens and accent plants, it thrives in various garden settings.
Suggested Uses
Ideal for hedges, screening, specimen planting, and landscape accents to add year-round greenery and structure.
Plant Details
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Botanical Name: Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra' -
Common Name: Dark American Arborvitae -
Size & Growth: Typically 10-15 ft tall with a 3-4 ft spread, slow to moderate growth rate -
Hardiness Zones: 3 to 7 -
Foliage Type: Evergreen, needle-like foliage -
Bloom Time: Not typically flowering -
Growth Rate: Slow to moderate -
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade -
Attracts Pollinators: No -
Indoor Friendly: No -
Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers -
Deer Resistant: Yes -
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested -
Fragrant: No -
Cut Flower: No -
Grows Well With: Other evergreens, shrubs, and ornamental grasses
Care Tips
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Planting Instructions: Space adequately in full sun for best growth, ensure well-drained soil -
Soil Moisture: Prefers moist, slightly acidic to neutral soil -
Soil Type: Well-draining loam or sandy soil -
Humidity: Tolerates average garden humidity -
Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to shape or remove dead branches -
Winter Care: Minimal protection needed in Zones 3-7; water regularly in dry winters -
Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as nursery container -
Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring -
Special Care: Mulch around base to retain moisture and prevent weeds
