Green Sport western arborvitae
Thuja plicata 'Green Sport'
USDA zones5 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate or wet soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Columnar
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Green Sport' western arborvitae (Thuja plicata 'Green Sport') is a tree for specimen planting, hedges, and privacy screens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to wet soil. Its columnar shape grows at a moderate pace and stays evergreen all year. The foliage is fragrant, and birds visit it. Deer usually look elsewhere for a meal.
Pairs well with American holly, Karl Foerster feather reed grass, and Autumn fern.