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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

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) — where its foliage stays dense and richly colored; and structured evergreen backdrops
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Several gardeners report strong growth once established; especially during the first growing season as roots
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — especially during the first growing season as roots establish; vivid green foliage held in a clean columnar
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — well-drained soil and provide regular moisture; upright evergreen arborvitae with dense
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Once settled, it is considered easy care, needing little pruning beyond optional light shaping in summer; it is
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — A controlled-release fertilizer in spring can support steady, robust growth; in areas with heavy deer or rabbit
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — In areas with heavy deer or rabbit pressure; or as the “thriller” in large seasonal containers where a refined
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — winter protection or repellent may be wise; grow in full sun to part sun with average, well-drained soil and
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — particularly for young plants.<br><br>In design work; creating a soft screen without the heaviness of broader
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — North Pole® Arborvitae is an elegant solution for narrow side yards; well-drained soil and provide regular
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — and structured evergreen backdrops; north Pole® Arborvitae is an elegant solution for narrow side yards
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — Use it in repeated spacing for a slim living screen; the Thuja occidentalis North Pole® is a narrow
North Pole® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis) — as a vertical specimen beside architecture; part of the Proven Winners® collection

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