Proven Winners North Pole Arborvitae
Best narrow evergreen for gardeners needing privacy in tight spaces.
The Proven Winners Arborvitae North Pole Shrub is a striking evergreen that brings year-round elegance to any garden. This cultivar boasts a narrow, columnar habit, making it ideal for tight spaces where a screen or specimen plant is desired. It features dark green foliage that holds its color through winter, offering continuous visual interest. With excellent hardiness and low maintenance requirements, this Arborvitae is a versatile choice for landscapes, containers, and as a bold accent in mixed borders. It thrives in full sun to partial shade conditions.
$40.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
1635
/ 2688
#1635 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
+4%
Above average
Mature size
571015
/ - feet W x - feet H
Who it's for
- Urban gardeners needing narrow plants for tight spaces
- Homeowners wanting vibrant greenery throughout the winter months
- Busy gardeners seeking low-maintenance, reliable landscape shrubs
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with heavily shaded yards or dense tree canopies
- Property owners living in areas with high deer populations
- Landscapers needing immediate privacy screens or fast-growing hedges
Performance breakdown
Space Efficiency
Narrow columnar habit fits perfectly into tight landscape corridors.
Winter Resilience
Maintains deep green color even through harsh, freezing winter months.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal pruning to keep its clean, vertical architectural shape.
Climate Adaptability
Thrives across a broad range of USDA hardiness zones.
Landscape Versatility
Functions equally well as a privacy screen or container accent.
Growth Predictability
Consistent mature height ensures reliable planning for garden borders.
Key Specs
Mature size
5-7 feet W x 10-15 feet H
USDA zones
3a-8b
Light requirement
Full sun to partial shade
Average shipping height (2 gallon)
12-14 inches
Average shipping height (5 gallon)
16-20 inches
Recommended spacing
60 inches
Features
- Narrow columnar habit ideal for tight spaces
- Dark green foliage provides year-round interest
- Excellent hardiness for cold climates
- Low maintenance plant
- Versatile for various garden uses
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Proven Winners North Pole Arborvitae for its exceptional quality and ease of establishment. Many reviewers highlight receiving healthy, robust plants that quickly adapt to their new environments. Its natural hardiness and low maintenance requirements are frequently noted, making it a favored choice for gardeners seeking reliable, attractive evergreen privacy or accent planting. The plant's consistent growth and vibrant appearance contribute significantly to high satisfaction.
Know before you buy
While it maintains a narrow, columnar shape, you should plan for a mature width of 5 to 7 feet. Ensure you space them at least 60 inches apart if you are planting them in a row to create a screen.
No, the North Pole Arborvitae naturally grows in a tight, columnar habit. It requires very little maintenance and does not need regular pruning to keep its form.
One of the best features of this cultivar is its ability to hold its rich, dark green color throughout the winter. It provides consistent, year-round visual interest even in colder climates.
Yes, its narrow habit makes it an excellent choice for large containers. Just ensure the pot has adequate drainage and that you provide regular water, as container-grown plants dry out faster than those in the ground.
This Arborvitae performs best in full sun to partial shade. While it can handle some shade, planting it in a spot that receives at least six hours of direct sunlight will help maintain its dense, healthy foliage.
Yes, it is highly hardy and rated for USDA zones 3a through 8b. It is specifically bred to withstand harsh winter conditions without significant damage.
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