An upright, columnar arborvitae with dense soft green foliage forming a broad pyramid. A reliable, hardy choice for tall screening and windbreaks in cold and temperate gardens.
At a glance
- Plant type: Tree
- Mature size: 6 m H × 2 m W
- Aspect: full sun and part shade or morning sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Pyramidal Arborvitae
Botanically, Thuja occidentalis 'Pyramidalis' is a moderate-growing tree in the Cupressaceae family. It reaches around 6 m tall and 2 m wide at maturity, with evergreen foliage.
Where to grow Pyramidal Arborvitae
Pyramidal Arborvitae suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun and part shade or morning sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Pyramidal Arborvitae does best in free-draining and clay soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool. For a screen, space plants about 1.2 m apart.
Watering & feeding
Pyramidal Arborvitae does best with regular, moderate watering. Refresh mulch and provide a modest balanced feed at the start of spring. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Pyramidal Arborvitae in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. It clips well, so trim two or three times a year for a formal finish. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Pyramidal Arborvitae in the garden
Pyramidal Arborvitae earns its place for a fast screen or informal hedge, a windbreak and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Combine Pyramidal Arborvitae with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Pyramidal Arborvitae
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