Steeplechase Arborvitae (Thuja) - 6 Pack Of 1 Gallon Pots
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Steeplechase Arborvitae (Thuja) - 6 Pack Of 1 Gallon Pots
$95.99
Sale price
$95.99
Regular price
$110.00
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Description
Steeplechase Arborvitae
Thuja x 'Steeplechase'
Plant Details
USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 5a-8b Find Your Zone
Plant Type: Coniferous Evergreen Shrub
Height at Maturity: 20-25', maybe 30' under ideal conditions
Width at Maturity: 7-8', maybe 10' at base under ideal conditions
Spacing: 6' for privacy screen; 11'+ for space between plants
Growth Habit / Form: Upright, Columnar, Cone
Growth Rate: Moderate
Flower Color: -
Flower Size: -
Flowering Period: -
Flower Type: -
Fragrant Flowers: -
Foliage Color: Deep Green
Fragrant Foliage: Yes
Sun Needs: Full Sun or Mostly Sun, Morning Sun with Dappled or Afternoon Shade, Morning Shade with Evening Sun
Water Needs: Average, Low when established
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand, Silt
Soil Moisture / Drainage: Well Drained Moist, Not Constantly Soggy!
Soil pH: 6.5-8
Maintenance / Care: Low
Attracts: Birds, Visual Attention
Resistances: Deer - more info, Disease, Drought (when established), Insect
Description
In improvement over 'Green Giant', Steeplechase is a superior, fast-growing upright Arborvitae with denser, rich deep green feathery foliage and a smaller stature forming an upright narrow pyramid averaging about 20 to 25 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide at its base. Though it might not grow quite as quickly, it is still considered fast growing, adding an average of 2 feet in height per year. Steeplechase is a beautiful, exceptionally durable, low-maintenance evergreen conifer ideal for a tall privacy screen with limited space. It can also be planted in groupings, as a focal point specimen in landscape borders, or to frame the corners of tall homes and other buildings.
Landscape & Garden Uses
Growing in a narrow pyramid up to 25 feet in height and 6 to 8 feet wide, the Steeplechase Arborvitae is ideal for a privacy screen, in groupings, or as a tall, vertical accent in home foundation plantings or landscape borders. It also grows well in larger pots and other containers where it serves as a unique centerpiece with foliage that contrasts nicely with flowers and other plants. It is a fine addition to conifer gardens, formal gardens, rock gardens, and the Xeriscape (low water needs).
Spacing: 6 feet apart for a solid privacy screen; 11 feet or more apart for space between plants
Growing Preferences
Arborvitae are easy to grow in moist, well-drained soil of average fertility and full to mostly sun. We suggest six or more hours of sunlight daily for the best overall performance. A wide range of soils are tolerated, including red clay provided it drains well. It prefers neutral to alkaline loamy soil ranging from 6.5 to 8 on the pH scale. It is drought tolerant when established but might prefer occasional supplemental water during extended periods of summer drought. Maintenance is minimal, and no pruning is required to maintain its dense form.
Helpful Articles
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How To Plant & Care For Arborvitae Trees
Privacy Screen Design & Planting Tips
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Care
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