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Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra' - Dense, Dark Green Evergreen Plant for Privacy Hedges & Garden Screening, Pet-Friendly, Container-Friendly 8/10' h B&B

Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra' - Dense, Dark Green Evergreen Plant for Privacy Hedges & Garden Screening, Pet-Friendly, Container-Friendly 8/10' h B&B

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SKU:nte0337-redcrocus

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Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'

Description

This cultivar features dark green, dense foliage with a conical shape, offering year-round visual interest and excellent privacy screening in garden landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, foundation plantings, and specimen features in landscapes.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name: Dark American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
  • Common Name: Dark American Arborvitae
  • Size & Growth: Typically 10-15 ft tall, 3-4 ft wide; slow to moderate growth rate
  • Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense, dark green
  • Bloom Time: Not typically blooms; primarily valued for foliage
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade
  • Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for large containers
  • Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning: Non-toxic to pets
  • Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With: Other conifers and evergreen shrubs

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Space 3-4 ft apart for hedges.
  • Soil Moisture: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type: Tolerant of various soil types, prefer slightly acidic to neutral pH.
  • Humidity: Average humidity levels are preferable.
  • Pruning Instructions: Maintain shape by light pruning in late winter or early spring.
  • Winter Care: Provide protection from harsh winter winds and heavy snow.
  • Planting Depth: Plant so the top of root ball is level with soil surface.
  • Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
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