Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'

Also Known As

Degroot's Spire American Arborvitae

Plant type

tree, conifer

size

H: 15'-20'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

4a-8b

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Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire' is a moderate-growing evergreen conifer tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'

Plant type: conifer tree
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: columnar, hedge, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire'

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Tall, dense and hardy, this handsome American arborvitae(to 20' tall x 4-5') has twisted foliage, rich green during the growing season, purplish-green during winter; great for a narrow spot or a screen/hedge. S/M

By: Forestfarm

This may be the narrowest of all the Arborvitaes. The foliage is very different - a medium green nubby appearance more similar to a member of the Chamaecyparis family. It is perfect for a narrow spot where a taller plant would not be appropriate. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot Emerald Spire' - A columnar form of Arborvitae. Very narrow plant with twisted green foliage along the main stem. Great for that walkway right to the house, or where paths come together.

By: Kigi Nursery

The word is out -Degroots Spire may well be the best narrow freestanding column you can plant in your landscape. Premium new introduction from Iseli Nursery in Oregon, this arborvitae grows into an elegant very narrow column reaching 6' to 10' in 10 years. 12 years old as shown above.