Rheingold Arborvitae
Best low-maintenance evergreen for small gardens and deer-prone landscapes.
The Rheingold Arborvitae is a charming, slow-growing evergreen shrub that brings year-round color with its dense, golden-yellow foliage. Reaching a mature height and spread of 3 to 5 feet, it's perfect for hedges, foundation plantings, or as a striking specimen in smaller gardens. This low-maintenance variety thrives in full sun to part shade and well-drained soil, offering excellent texture and structure. It's also deer-resistant, making it a practical and beautiful addition to your landscape design.
$36.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1768
/ 2693
#1768 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-15%
Below average
Type
Evergreen Shrub
/ Evergreen Shrub
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, year-round landscape color
- Urban dwellers with limited garden or container space
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance, naturally shaped shrubs
Who should skip it
- Residents living in areas with high deer populations
- Gardeners in regions with harsh, exposed winter conditions
- Landscapers needing immediate, fast-growing privacy screens
Performance breakdown
Visual Impact
Golden-yellow foliage provides a striking contrast against standard green landscapes.
Maintenance Effort
Slow growth rate minimizes the need for frequent pruning and shaping.
Deer Resistance
Reliable protection against common garden pests without requiring chemical deterrents.
Spatial Versatility
Compact dimensions fit perfectly into small gardens or tight foundation spaces.
Environmental Adaptability
Thrives in various light conditions provided the soil remains well-drained.
Structural Utility
Dense habit creates clean, consistent lines for formal hedge designs.
Key Specs
Type
Evergreen Shrub
Mature Height
3 to 5 feet
Mature Spread
3 to 5 feet
Growth Rate
Slow
Light Requirement
Full sun to part shade
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Water Needs
Medium
Deer Resistant
Yes
Features
- Year-round golden-yellow foliage color
- Compact and slow-growing habit
- Adds vibrant color and texture
- Low-maintenance care
- Deer-resistant
- Suitable for hedges and foundation planting
- Provides landscape structure
- Perennial shrub
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and health of the Rheingold Arborvitae upon arrival. Reviewers frequently note the vibrant golden color and robust root systems, suggesting high nursery standards. The reliability of this specific cultivar is also a major theme; when planted correctly, it establishes quickly and maintains its unique globe shape and striking color throughout the seasons, offering excellent visual appeal and dependable performance in the landscape.
Know before you buy
This shrub is compact and slow-growing, typically reaching a mature height and spread of 3 to 5 feet. Its small stature makes it an ideal choice for foundation plantings or smaller garden spaces.
The Rheingold Arborvitae is prized for its dense, golden-yellow foliage that provides consistent color year-round. It remains an evergreen, ensuring your landscape maintains its structure and vibrancy even in winter.
For the best results, plant your Rheingold in a location that receives full sun to part shade. It requires well-drained soil to thrive and prefers moderate, consistent watering.
Yes, this plant is considered deer-resistant, which makes it a reliable choice for landscapes in areas where deer populations are active. While no plant is 100% deer-proof, this variety is generally avoided by browsing animals.
The Rheingold Arborvitae is a low-maintenance shrub. Because of its naturally slow growth rate and compact habit, it requires very little pruning to maintain its shape.
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