Photo of Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon'

Also Known As

  • Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

  • H: 8'-10'
  • W: 2'-3'

planting zones

  • 3a-7b

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Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon' is an evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 8 FT - 10 FT - tall
Uses: columnar

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon'

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Excellent golden-yellow color all year and a very narrow (to 10' x 3') habit make this fine Dutch selection an eye-catching screen/hedge or accent; fairly fast growing: to 6-7' in 10 years. S/M/GDr
A neat, slim plant with bright yellow foliage. This plant grows 1' a year, and will reach about 10' in 10 years.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon' plant

How to Grow Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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Zones

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