Proven Winners North Pole Arborvitae
Best low-maintenance privacy screen for gardeners in cold climates.
This is the ultimate solution for tight corridors where you need height without the sprawl. It maintains a perfectly groomed, architectural silhouette year-round with almost zero effort, though you sacrifice the wild, organic shape of traditional shrubs for its disciplined, narrow form.
$26.14
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Nature Hills Nursery
Who it's for
- Urban gardeners needing height in tight, narrow spaces
- Homeowners seeking year-round privacy and lush green screening
- Busy gardeners wanting low-maintenance, resilient landscape plants
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in harsh, windy climates prone to winter browning
- Residents living in areas with high deer populations
- Gardeners unable to provide consistent soil moisture management
Performance breakdown
Winter Hardiness
Exceptional cold tolerance prevents unsightly winter burn in harsh northern climates.
Maintenance Ease
Natural columnar growth eliminates the need for frequent, tedious pruning sessions.
Privacy Utility
Dense foliage creates a reliable, year-round screen for narrow garden corridors.
Pest Resistance
Reliable deer resistance protects your landscape investment from common wildlife damage.
Structural Integrity
Sturdy branches resist breakage under heavy ice and snow accumulation.
Versatility
Compact habit allows for seamless integration into both containers and landscapes.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Thuja occidentalis 'Art Boe'
Mature Height
10-15 ft
Mature Width
4-5 ft
USDA Hardiness Zones
3-8
Growth Rate
Moderate
Foliage Color
Dark green
Fall Color
Evergreen
Light Requirement
Full Sun to Part Shade
Water Requirement
Moderate
Plant Form
Columnar
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