American Arborvitae Tree Seeds - Flower Plant

American Arborvitae is a fast-growing evergreen conifer tree that thrives in temperate climates. It adapts well to a variety of well-drained soils, including sandy and loamy types. This variety is suitable for home gardens, privacy hedges, windbreaks, and landscape planting. The tree prefers full sun to partial shade and requires moderate, consistent watering to establish healthy growth and dense foliage over the years.

Features

• Evergreen conifer tree with upright, columnar growth habit

• Adaptable to temperate climates and well-drained soils

• Suitable for privacy hedges, windbreaks, and ornamental landscaping

• Moderate watering needs for steady growth

• Slow to moderate growth, establishing dense foliage over time

Specifications

• Scientific name: Thuja occidentalis

• Common name (US): Arborvitae

• Seed type / variety: Standard Variety

• Growth habit: Upright, columnar tree

• USDA zones: 3-7

• Planting season: Spring

• Growing season: Temperate months, 2-3 years to initial growth from seed

• Sowing season: Spring

• Sowing months: March to May

• Germination time and conditions: 30-60 days, 65-70°F, moist soil

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil requirements: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Watering needs: Moderate, consistent moisture

• Mature plant size: 40-60 feet tall, 10-15 feet wide

• Plant spacing: 3-5 feet apart for hedges, 10+ feet for individual trees