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Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'Yellow Ribbon'
Pronunciation: THOO-yuh ok-si-den-TAY-lis
SKU #07291
LIGHT:
Full sun, Partial sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Reaches 8 to 10 ft. tall, 2 to 3 ft. wide; wider with age.
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| Description | A distinctive evergreen with showy, dense golden-yellow foliage that maintains its color throughout the year. Thrives in humid conditions. A superb choice for use as an accent to brighten the landscape year-round. Works well for borders, a privacy screen, or any place where brilliant color is needed. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Columnar |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
| Design Ideas | Lighten up the winter landscape and add a bright spot all year round with this narrow-growing evergreen. It is a fine accent in the border or, for a formal look, planted in a pair on either side of the front door. |
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Rose (Rosa); Spirea (Spiraea); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis) |
| Care Instructions | Very adaptable; best in well-drained, loamy soils with consistent moisture, and some shade in hottest climates. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Mulch to protect the root zone. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune before onset of new growth. |
Details
| Description | A distinctive evergreen with showy, dense golden-yellow foliage that maintains its color throughout the year. Thrives in humid conditions. A superb choice for use as an accent to brighten the landscape year-round. Works well for borders, a privacy screen, or any place where brilliant color is needed. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Columnar |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak |
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| Design Ideas | Lighten up the winter landscape and add a bright spot all year round with this narrow-growing evergreen. It is a fine accent in the border or, for a formal look, planted in a pair on either side of the front door. |
| Foliage Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Rose (Rosa); Spirea (Spiraea); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Very adaptable; best in well-drained, loamy soils with consistent moisture, and some shade in hottest climates. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Mulch to protect the root zone. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune before onset of new growth. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae evergreen or deciduous?
Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae?
Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae is Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Benefits Birds.
Is Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Very Wet Areas, Tolerates Urban Pollution
How fast does Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae grow?
Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae has a Moderate growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae?
Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae grows in an Columnar habit.
Where can I use Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae in my landscape?
Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak.
How can I use Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae in my garden design?
Lighten up the winter landscape and add a bright spot all year round with this narrow-growing evergreen. It is a fine accent in the border or, for a formal look, planted in a pair on either side of the front door.
What color is the foliage of Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae?
Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae has Yellow foliage.
What plants grow well with Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae?
Good companion plants for Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae include: Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Rose (Rosa); Spirea (Spiraea); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis).
How do I care for Yellow Ribbon Arborvitae?
Very adaptable; best in well-drained, loamy soils with consistent moisture, and some shade in hottest climates. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Mulch to protect the root zone. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune before onset of new growth.
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