Care

Planting & Growing

Adapts to a wide range of soil types; avoid poorly drained, overly wet sites. Water deeply and regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

Deer Resistant Yes
Family Arborvitae
Bloom Time Conifer; prized for foliage.
Foliage Color Green
Genus Thuja
Growth Rate Slow
Hardiness Zone 5
Landscape Uses Accent, Specimen, Screening
Light Needs Full Sun, Partial Shade
Mature Height 20 feet
Prune Time Only Prune New Growth
Water Needs Average to Moist