Fluffy® Arborvitae (Thuja)
Shrub
- Add native, year-round interest to your landscape.
- Semi-dwarf evergreen with a useful shape and size.
- Glossy deer-resistant foliage with a cheerful golden hue.
- Bold fluffy texture & appearance. Great for privacy hedges!
- Zones 5-8, sun/part sun, 10-15' tall x 4-6' wide at maturity.
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Description
Details
Patent #: USPP 30762
Common name: Arborvitae - Western
Zone: 5 - 8
Sun exposure: Full sun (6+ hours sun) to part sun (4-6 hrs sun)
Height x width: 10-15' tall x 4-6' wide
Flower color: Evergreen conifer, does not flower
Foliage color: Green
Season of interest: Year-round
Features: Space savers, Proven Winners, privacy & screening, native, heat tolerant, evergreens, container plants
Uses: Specimen, hedge, perennial gardens, landscaping.
How to Grow
Light: Full sun (6+ hrs/day) to part shade (4-6 hrs sun/day)
Water: Average.
Space: 5-7' apart.
Fertilizing: Apply a granular rose or garden fertilizer in early spring if desired.
Winterizing: A good 2-3" layer of mulch is recommended; Avoid extreme dry soil in autumn, which can cause the evergreen foliage to dry out in winter.
Maintenance: No pruning is required. May be trimmed if desired.
Plant spacing is based on the ultimate width of the plants. This figure is normally given as a range; for example, 3-5’. If you live in a cold climate and/or want plants to fill in more quickly, plan to space at the shorter end of the range. If you live in a warm climate, are on a limited budget, or are willing to wait longer for plants to touch, use the higher end of the range. Using the larger number is recommended when calculating distance from a building or structure. There’s really no such thing as "maximum spacing": if you don’t want your plants to touch, you can space them as far apart as you’d like. All plant spacing is calculated on center, or in other words, the centers of the plants are spaced one half of their eventual width apart:
Unless you are planting in a straight line, as you might for hedges or edging, space your plants in a staggered or zig-zag pattern for a more interesting and naturalistic look:
Not sure just how many plants will fit in your garden? Our calculator gives you the exact amount of plants required for your space. Simply update the values and the calculator will re-calculate accordingly. Spacing information can be found in the 'How to Grow' tab on each plant's page.
Tree arrived very healthy!
This is my 3rd time purchasing trees from Great Garden Plants.
Wonderful and reasonable price! I appreciate the work you all do! Thank you!
The 6 shrubs arrived in good condition. I followed the instructions and planted them a few days later. They're small compared to the overgrown bushes we pulled out, but so far they look great!
They came in good health
Package really well.i like them alot they add nice color to a garden. Thank you
They were smaller than expected for the cost. Expected them to be more established. The heat and wind have beaten them hard, hoping they will survive.
Hello! Thank you for your feedback. As mentioned on our website, we ship young plants with well established root systems. The important thing when it comes to purchasing plants, whether online or in a garden center, is that they have a full, robust root system, and that's what we prioritize in our growing. The more roots a plant has, the more energy it can put into growing once it is planted in your garden. We have a 60-day guarantee on all our plants. If you experience any trouble, please let us know.
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Happy Gardening!
These trees are being advertised as suitable for Zone 8 (which includes North Texas, specifically Dallas-Ft. Worth). We bought 7 trees and after receiving them we followed all the instructions recommended to avoid stressing the plants, planted them and put mulch around them except on the trunk, etc; we also put an irrigation system and the plants thrived. During the Spring, the trees looked gorgeous, BUT after the horrible heat wave we had in 2022, all my Fluffy Arborvitaes died. All 6 trees, except one and you can tell it's doing horribly. Not sure why these nurseries continue to advertise these plants are suitable for hot weather. They are not. Save your money and buy something that's natural to your location.
Hi Susana,
We are so sorry to hear that your plants didn't make it through the heat wave. Our in-house customer service team of experienced gardeners and horticulture experts is available to help with your unique questions. Just email [email protected] with your questions!
The Fluffy Arbivitae came in great condition and are growing nicely
Seems too be doing well.
Look great and healthy plants! I can’t wait to see them grow!
Nice Trees and good shape
This pine is fantastic ,very healthy , and the shape is excellent
How would this do in a large container on the patio? Would it eventually get too big?I need to go somewhere else or what it stays small in a large pot?
The Fluffy® Arborvitae can be grown in a container on your patio but may eventually need a larger space as it can outgrow the pot. Regular pruning can help manage its size, but for long-term container growth, consider a dwarf variety. Always make sure your pot has good drainage and receives enough sunlight! For more information on what container size to use, check out this blog post:
https://blog.greatgardenplants.com/what-size-pots-should-i-use-for-container-plantings/
The spot I'm anticipating has hot sun all day long. Will it scorch?
Hello! Arborvitae generally prefer full sun to partial shade, but they can be sensitive to extreme heat, especially when it is combined with other stressors such as drought or poor soil conditions. For the best results, it's important to ensure that the plant is well-watered, especially during the establishment period and during extended periods of hot, dry weather.
Can I get a discount if I order 14 more, I just ordered 9 last week
Hello! We do have a bulk discount price for purchasing plants in quantities of 3 or more. You can see that breakdown below the price of each plant.
Does this plant require winter protection in zone 5?
Hello! You can provide some winter protection for the first couple of years while the arborvitae establishes itself but after that it should be fine since it's rated for zone 5.
Can the "fluffy" be shortened to 7' ? Are the needles fairly soft?
Hi! Fluffy® Arborvitae doesn't requiring pruning to maintain its shape, but you can trim it to keep it at the desired height.