North Pole® Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis

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Overview

The Thuja occidentalis North Pole® is a narrow, upright evergreen arborvitae with dense, vivid green foliage and a refined columnar form. It matures at about 10-15 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, ideal for slim screens and vertical accents. Grow in full sun to part sun with average, well-drained soil and regular moisture while establishing. Hardy in USDA Zones 3-8.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–7Climate Temperate

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — The Thuja occidentalis North Pole® is a narrow

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — upright evergreen arborvitae with dense

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — commonly referred to as North Pole® Arborvitae

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — It matures at about 10-15 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, ideal for slim screens and vertical accents

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — vivid green foliage and a refined columnar form

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — upright evergreen shrub with the polished structure designers rely on for year-round architecture

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — bringing a formal yet natural vertical accent to the landscape

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 3–7

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–16 Ft.
Mature width: 3–5 Ft.

Classification

Family: Cupressaceae
Climate: Temperate

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North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — The Thuja occidentalis North Pole® is a narrow

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — upright evergreen arborvitae with dense

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — commonly referred to as North Pole® Arborvitae

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — It matures at about 10-15 feet tall and 3-5 feet wide, ideal for slim screens and vertical accents

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — vivid green foliage and a refined columnar form

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — upright evergreen shrub with the polished structure designers rely on for year-round architecture

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — bringing a formal yet natural vertical accent to the landscape

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — vivid green foliage held in a clean columnar silhouette

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Part of the Proven Winners® collection

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Grow in full sun to part sun with average, well-drained soil and regular moisture while establishing

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — and gardeners often note that it remains beautifully green through snow and winter weather.<br><br>At maturity

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — creating a soft screen without the heaviness of broader conifers

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Its texture is lush and finely scaled

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — North Pole® Arborvitae reaches approximately 10 to 15 feet tall with a restrained spread of just 3 to 5 feet

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — making it especially valuable where height is needed but space is limited

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — especially during the first growing season as roots establish

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — it is well suited to cold-climate gardens and is recognized for good resistance to winter burn

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — well-drained soil and provide regular moisture

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — A controlled-release fertilizer in spring can support steady, robust growth

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Once settled, it is considered easy care, needing little pruning beyond optional light shaping in summer

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Several gardeners report strong growth once established

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — where its foliage stays dense and richly colored

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — In areas with heavy deer or rabbit pressure

North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — North Pole® Arborvitae is an elegant solution for narrow side yards

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