Available early May

Thuja occidentalis Primo™ is a irregular-growing dwarf selection of Eastern arborvitae with firm, spire-like growth which will quickly capture and hold the eye. It grows with refined, scale-like foliage that twists and turns providing much textural interest and beauty that more closely resembles that of a Hinoki cypress (Chamaecyparis obtusa) rather than that of an arborvitae. In summer, it is a refreshing, vivid green, which eventually becomes muted bronze for the winter in colder regions.  It is on the demure side, with only 2 to 4 inches (5 – 10 cm) of growth a year, so its proportions lend itself to troughs and small spaces. It responds well to judicious pruning although that is not necessary as sculptural charm and character will develop naturally without manipulation. In 10 years, with good growing conditions, expect 3 feet (1 m) in height and 1.5 feet (45 cm) in