Growing & Maintenance:

In spring, apply balanced fertilizer according to package directions. Check soil weekly for moisture. Water thoroughly when dry. Adequate water until ground freezes is necessary to sustain plant during winter. Prune anytime to shape as needed. No winter protection is needed.

Nigra Dark Green Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'

Plant Type: Evergreens
Naturally broad, pyramidal evergreen shrub displays deep green, scalelike needles arranged in flat sprays. New light green needles emerge in spring, deepening in color as they mature. Deep green color adds contrast to winter landscape.

Height: 15-20 Ft
Spread: 4-6 Ft
Spacing: 4-6 Ft
Hardiness Zone: 3-7
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Characteristics & Attributes for Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'

Sunlight Requirements

Full Sun/Partial Shade (4-6 hours direct sunlight)

Season of Interest (Foliage)

Fall
Spring
Winter
Summer

Features

Evergreen

Habit

Pyramidal

Foliage Color

Dark Green

Landscape Function

Hedge

Soil Preferences

Moist, Well-Drained