Wintergreen Arborvitae is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub known for its dense, emerald-green foliage that retains its vibrant color throughout the winter months. This cultivar is particularly valued for its compact size and fast growth, making it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, and windbreaks. Its fine-textured foliage and columnar habit provide year-round interest and structure to the landscape.
Height/Spread: 15–25 ft tall × 5–6 ft wide
Growth Rate: Up to 2 ft per year under optimal conditions
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 3–8
Soil Preference: Adaptable to a wide range of soil types and pH levels
Maintenance: Low; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and density
Features:
Shape: Narrow, columnar pyramidal habit
Foliage: Dark green, fine-textured leaves that hold color year-round
Growth Rate: Fast-growing, adding up to 2 feet per year when well-watered and fertilized
Hardiness: Tolerant of cold winters and various soil conditions
Uses: Ideal for privacy screens, hedges, windbreaks, and as a vertical accent in landscapes
Care Tips:
Water regularly, especially during the first year of growth, to establish a strong root system
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots during winter
Prune only to remove dead or damaged branches; minimal pruning is needed to maintain shape
Ships in a trade 1-gallon pot (2-3 feet tall).
Wintergreen Arborvitae is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub known for its dense, emerald-green foliage that retains its vibrant color throughout the winter months. This cultivar is particularly valued for its compact size and fast growth, making it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, and windbreaks. Its fine-textured foliage and columnar habit provide year-round interest and structure to the landscape.
Height/Spread: 15–25 ft tall × 5–6 ft wide
Growth Rate: Up to 2 ft per year under optimal conditions
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 3–8
Soil Preference: Adaptable to a wide range of soil types and pH levels
Maintenance: Low; requires minimal pruning to maintain shape and density
Features:
Shape: Narrow, columnar pyramidal habit
Foliage: Dark green, fine-textured leaves that hold color year-round
Growth Rate: Fast-growing, adding up to 2 feet per year when well-watered and fertilized
Hardiness: Tolerant of cold winters and various soil conditions
Uses: Ideal for privacy screens, hedges, windbreaks, and as a vertical accent in landscapes
Care Tips:
Water regularly, especially during the first year of growth, to establish a strong root system
Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots during winter
Prune only to remove dead or damaged branches; minimal pruning is needed to maintain shape
Ships in a trade 1-gallon pot (2-3 feet tall).
