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Woodward Arborvitae

Thuja Occidentalis 'Woodwardii'

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Overview

The Woodward Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis 'Woodwardii', is a compact evergreen conifer reaching up to 6-8 feet tall and wide. It boasts a rounded, soft, natural shape, requiring minimal pruning. The dense, scale-like foliage is bright green in spring and darkens to a rich green hue in winter. Perfect for hedges or foundation plantings, it thrives in zones 3-7 and prefers full sun to partial shade with regular watering.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 3–7Climate Temperate
Woodward Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Woodwardii') — is a compact evergreen conifer reaching up to 6-8 feet tall and wide

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–7

Shape & size

Mature height
4–6 Ft.
Mature width
4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family
Cupressaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Woodward Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis 'Woodwardii') — is a compact evergreen conifer reaching up to 6-8 feet tall and wide

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