Grow Thuja occidentalis (Eastern Arborvitae) from seed! This cold-hardy evergreen tree is ideal for hedges, privacy screens, and landscape borders, with its dense green foliage and upright, columnar shape that thrives in USDA zones 3–7.
Dense Evergreen Foliage – Ideal for privacy and year-round greenery
Cold Hardy Tree – Thrives in USDA zones 3–7
Native to North America – Great for naturalized or formal landscapes
Versatile Use – Hedges, windbreaks, foundation planting
Seeds for Planting – Stratify before sowing for best results
Common Name: Eastern Arborvitae / Northern White Cedar
Scientific Name: Thuja occidentalis
Color: Green foliage, may bronze slightly in winter
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained to slightly wet soils
Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Watering: Moderate; tolerates moist soil
Growth Habit: Upright evergreen tree, columnar form
Planting Season: Fall or spring (with cold stratification)
Days to Maturity: Slow to moderate growth; ~10–20 years to mature size
Plant Type: Tree / Evergreen
USDA Zone: 3–7
Type: Seeds
thuja occidentalis seeds, eastern arborvitae tree, cold hardy evergreen for hedges privacy screens windbreaks and native landscaping Ships from: USA Vendor: Folia Flora
