Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
Nigra Arborvitae
Nigra was selected because it retains dark green foliage, even through the winter. Excellent choice for tall hedges and screening.
- Narrow, pyramidal evergreen shrub
- Holds dark green color all year
- Ideal for screening
- Category: Shrub, Native
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Height: 20-30 ft
- Spread: 5-10 ft
- Foliage Color: Dark Green
Classification by Use
| • | Color Impact |
| • | Drought Tolerant |
| • | Foundation Planting |
| • | Hedge/Screen |
| • | Native |
Light Requirement
| • | Sun |
Foliage
| • | Evergreen |
Attributes
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Focal Point |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
| • | Native |
| • | Specimen |
Additional Information about Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
Grows best in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to part shade. Prefers limestone soils and acidic to neutral soils. Mulch to maintain moisture at the plant's roots. The plant is intolerant of dry conditions, and hot, dry air. Plant in sheltered sites to prevent exposure to winter elements and wind damage.