Thuja plicatum 'Sunshine'

Growing in a tall pyramidal form much like the ever-popular Green Giant Arborvitae, but with golden foliage, the 'Sunshine' Arborvitae might reach 35 to 45 feet tall and up to 15 feet wide at the base when all grow grown up. The bright golden foliage retains its color throughout the year sometimes developing some orange tinting during the winter months. Another difference is growth rate. Sunshine Arborvitae grows at about half the rate as does Evergreen Giant. Excellent as an evergreen specimen, in groupings, or in privacy screen plantings to block an unwanted view. 

Growing naturally in an pyramidal shape 35 to 45 feet tall and about 12 to 15 feet wide, Sunshine Arborvitae is ideal for use in privacy screen plantings to block unwanted views, dampen sound, and to buffer wind. It can also be useful as a stand alone specimen or to frame corners of tall buildings or other structures. It also grows well in pots and other containers where it serves as a unique centerpiece with foliage that contrasts nicely with flowers and other plants. A fine addition to conifer gardens and rock gardens.

Suggested Spacing:  10 feet apart for solid hedges; 18 feet or more apart for space between plants