Gertens Thuja Arborvitae Holmstrup
Best compact evergreen for creating formal privacy screens in small gardens.
This is the ultimate architectural anchor for tight spaces that demand a formal, manicured look without constant pruning. While its slow growth rate requires patience, you gain a perfectly structured, year-round privacy screen that stays reliably compact and vibrant through every season.
$34.99
at
Gertens Garden Center
Who it's for
- Gardeners needing narrow privacy screens for tight landscape spaces
- Homeowners in northern climates seeking reliable winter-hardy evergreens
- Landscapers wanting vibrant green foliage throughout the entire year
Who should skip it
- Residents in heavy snowfall regions wanting low-maintenance winter plants
- Gardeners with poor soil drainage or limited irrigation access
- Property owners living in areas with high deer populations
Performance breakdown
Architectural Form
Rigidly columnar structure provides an exceptionally clean and formal landscape silhouette.
Space Efficiency
Compact footprint makes it ideal for tight urban garden layouts.
Climate Resilience
Hardy down to zone 3, ensuring reliable survival in harsh winters.
Maintenance Ease
Slow growth rate minimizes the need for frequent, labor-intensive pruning.
Year-Round Aesthetics
Dense evergreen foliage maintains vibrant color throughout all four seasons.
Urban Adaptability
Demonstrates solid tolerance for city pollution and varied light conditions.
Key Specs
Mature Height
7 feet
Mature Spread
3 feet
Sunlight Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Hardiness Zone
3a
Growth Rate
Slow
Expected Lifespan
Approximately 30 years
Other Name
Eastern White Cedar
Plant Type
Dense multi-stemmed evergreen shrub
Foliage Type
Evergreen
USDA Hardiness Zone
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
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