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Degroots Spire Arborvitae

Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire'

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Overview

The Thuja occidentalis 'DeGroot's Spire' is a compact, evergreen conifer with a distinct, narrow columnar form, reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet and a width of 3-4 feet. Its rich green, tightly packed foliage offers year-round interest and texture. Hardy in Zones 3-7, it's an ideal choice for vertical accents, privacy screens, or tight spaces in landscapes, requiring minimal pruning and adaptable to various soil types.

Sun FullWater LowZones 4–9Type Conifer, ShrubClimate Temperate
Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — The Thuja occidentalis 'DeGroot's Spire' is a compact
Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet and a width of 3-4 feetDegroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — Its rich green, tightly packed foliage offers year-round interest and textureDegroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — evergreen conifer with a distinct

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
4–9

Shape & size

Mature height
12–15 Ft.
Mature width
1–2 Ft.

Classification

Type
Conifer, Shrub
Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — The Thuja occidentalis 'DeGroot's Spire' is a compact
Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — reaching a mature height of 15-20 feet and a width of 3-4 feet
Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — Its rich green, tightly packed foliage offers year-round interest and texture
Degroots Spire Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Degroots Spire') — evergreen conifer with a distinct
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