North Pole
Thuja occidentalis 'North Pole'
In growth
JFMAMJJASOND
In bloom
JFMAMJJASOND
Planting Guide
| Spacing | 36-48 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2023 / 2025 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-drained, moist, adaptable loam or clay |
| Soil pH | 6.0-8.0 |
| Zones | 3-7 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Dark green |
| Bloom | Not ornamental |
| Fruit | Cone |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Cuttings, grafting |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Blue Star Juniper, Tater Tot Arborvitae, Globe Arborvitae |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply during dry spells especially in the first two growing seasons. Mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Avoid overwatering.
Maintenance
Requires minimal pruning. Remove dead or damaged branches in early spring. Light shaping can be done in late spring.
Cleanup
No seasonal cutback needed. Brush off heavy snow accumulation to prevent branch breakage.
Notes
Narrow columnar arborvitae ideal for tight spaces, screens, and privacy hedging. Maintains its form without frequent pruning.