Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire' (American Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire' (American Arborvitae), a dwarf, evergreen shrub with twisted, feathery, lush green leaf that turn purple in the winter, and has a lovely pyramidal shape. It is a valuable, sturdy substitute for cypress and is dependable and cold weather resistant, gradually developing a uniquely beautiful space in the landscape. The plant emits a really lovely fragrance that smells citrusy when bruised.
| Plant Type | Conifers, Shrubs |
| Hardiness Zone | 3-8 |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter |
| Height | 15' - 25' (ft), 25' - 35' (ft) |
| Spread | 3' - 6' (ft) |
| Spacing | 48"-72" (in) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Evergreen, Fragrant, Showy |
| Tolerance | Cold, Drought |
| Attracts | Birds |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Hedges and Screens, Patio and Containers |
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Arborvitae, Degroot's Spire
Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire' (American Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire' (American Arborvitae), a dwarf, evergreen shrub with twisted, feathery, lush green leaf that turn purple in the winter, and has a lovely pyramidal shape. It is a valuable, sturdy substitute for cypress and is dependable and cold weather resistant, gradually developing a uniquely beautiful space in the landscape. The plant emits a really lovely fragrance that smells citrusy when bruised. |
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