Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra' | Evergreen Shrub for Privacy, Hedges & Ornamental | 6-10 ft tall, Deer Resistant, Easy Care 6/7' h B&B

Name: Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra' | Evergreen Shrub for Privacy, Hedges & Ornamental | 6-10 ft tall, Deer Resistant, Easy Care 6/7' h B&B
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nte0153-redcrocus
Price: 540.00 USD
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Pot Size 6/7' h B&B

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Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'

Description

This dense, evergreen conifer features dark green foliage that remains vibrant throughout the year. Compact in size, it is ideal for privacy screens, hedges, or ornamental accents in your garden.

Suggested Uses

Perfect for creating natural privacy screens, decorative hedges, or specimen plants in residential gardens and landscape designs.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
Common Name: Dark American Arborvitae
Size & Growth: Typically reaches 6-10 ft tall with a spread of 3-4 ft; slow to moderate growth rate
Hardiness Zones: 3-7
Foliage Type: Evergreen
Bloom Time: Does not produce noticeable flowers
Growth Rate: Slow to Moderate
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Attracts Pollinators: No
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, in large containers
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: No
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and perennials

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Space plants 3-4 ft apart for hedges.
Soil Moisture: Keep soil evenly moist, avoiding waterlogging.
Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic, moist, well-drained soil.
Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity.
Pruning Instructions: Prune in early spring to maintain shape and remove dead or diseased branches.
Winter Care: Protect young plants from harsh winter winds; mulching helps insulate roots.
Planting Depth: Plant root ball at same depth as in nursery container.
Fertilization: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring.
Special Care: Minimal; avoid overwatering and provide proper spacing for airflow.