RedCrocus Degroot's Spire American Arborvitae | Dense Evergreen Conifer for Privacy & Hedges | Well-Suited for Gardens & Landscapes | Cool Climate 7/8' h B&B

Name: RedCrocus Degroot's Spire American Arborvitae | Dense Evergreen Conifer for Privacy & Hedges | Well-Suited for Gardens & Landscapes | Cool Climate 7/8' h B&B
Brand: RedCrocus
SKU: nte0852-redcrocus
Price: 1444.00 USD
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SKU:nte0852-redcrocus

Pot Size 7/8' h B&B

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Degroot's Spire' American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'

Description

This compact, columnar evergreen features dense, lush foliage with a rich green color. Its narrow growth habit makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, and accent focal points in gardens. The resilient foliage maintains its shape and color throughout the seasons, adding year-round interest.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for creating privacy screens, decorative hedges, and specimen plantings in residential and commercial landscapes. Suitable for foundation plantings and small urban gardens where space is limited.

Plant Details

Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'
Common Name: Degroot's Spire' American Arborvitae
Size & Growth: Typically 6-8 ft tall and 2-3 ft wide at maturity, with a slow to moderate growth rate.
Hardiness Zones: 4-7
Foliage Type: Dense, Evergreen Conifer
Bloom Time: Not applicable (conifer)
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Attracts Pollinators: No
Indoor Friendly: No
Container Friendly: Yes, with proper drainage
Deer Resistant: Yes
Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
Fragrant: No
Cut Flower: Not suitable
Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

Planting Instructions: Choose well-drained soil and plant in full sun for optimal growth.
Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil Type: Prefers moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soils.
Humidity: Tolerant of average humidity levels.
Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape.
Winter Care: Protect from harsh winter winds and heavy snow.
Planting Depth: Plant so the top of root ball is level with soil surface.
Fertilization: Apply a slow-release evergreen fertilizer in early spring.
Special Care: Mulch around base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.