Degroots Spire Arborvitae

DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae – Narrow Evergreen Privacy Tree | 3 Gallon and 7 Gallon Sizes

Create a tall, elegant privacy screen with a naturally narrow shape that fits perfectly into tight spaces. The DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae is a refined, columnar evergreen prized for its dense, dark green foliage and upright growth habit. Unlike traditional arborvitae varieties that grow wide and bulky, this selection maintains a slim, space-saving profile while still delivering excellent year-round coverage. Its soft, feathery texture and rich color provide a sophisticated look in both residential and commercial landscapes. Whether you're planting a formal hedge, lining a driveway, or adding vertical structure to your garden, this hardy evergreen offers dependable performance, strong cold tolerance, and minimal maintenance once established.

Available in both 3 gallon and 7 gallon sizes, these trees give you flexibility—start small for budget-friendly planting or choose larger sizes for more immediate impact and faster screening results.

Why You'll Love the DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae

Naturally Narrow Growth Habit:
Perfect for tight spaces, this arborvitae grows in a dense, upright column without excessive pruning. Ideal for property lines, foundation plantings, and areas where width is limited.

Year-Round Privacy & Structure:
Retains its rich green foliage throughout the year, providing consistent screening and vertical interest even in winter months when other plants fade.

Low-Maintenance Evergreen:
Minimal pruning required to maintain its shape. Once established, it is drought tolerant and highly adaptable, making it an easy-care choice for homeowners and landscapers alike.

Cold Hardy & Durable:
Thrives in a wide range of climates with excellent cold tolerance. Handles wind and snow better than many broader arborvitae varieties due to its compact form.

Flexible Size Options:
Choose 3 gallon plants for economical planting or 7 gallon sizes for a more mature, immediate landscape presence and faster privacy results.

DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae Details

Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'DeGroot’s Spire'
Type: Evergreen privacy tree
Mature Size: 12–20 ft tall × 3–5 ft wide
Growth Rate: Moderate — about 1–2 ft per year
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water: Moderate; drought tolerant once established
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

Growing Conditions

Soil Adaptability:
Performs well in a variety of soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils, provided there is good drainage. Consistent moisture during establishment encourages strong root development and dense growth.

Light Requirements:
Grows best in full sun but tolerates partial shade. For optimal density and color, plant in a location receiving at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.

Hardiness:
Suitable for USDA zones 3–8, making it an excellent choice for both northern and southern landscapes with strong resistance to cold temperatures and winter damage.

Care Instructions

Watering:
Water deeply 2–3 times per week during the first growing season. Once established, water weekly during dry periods. Avoid overly soggy soil conditions.

Pruning:
Little to no pruning required. If desired, lightly trim in early spring to maintain shape or control height.

Fertilizing:
Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and vibrant foliage color.

Landscaping Uses

Versatile Applications:
Ideal for privacy screens, narrow hedges, property borders, foundation plantings, driveway accents, and formal garden designs.

Space-Saving Privacy Solution:
Provides the height and density of traditional privacy trees without taking up excessive width, making it perfect for smaller yards or tight planting areas.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far apart should I plant DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae for privacy?
Plant 3–4 feet apart for a dense privacy hedge. For a more open, individual tree look, space 5–6 feet apart.

How fast does DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae grow?
This arborvitae has a moderate growth rate of about 1–2 feet per year under optimal conditions.

Is DeGroot’s Spire Arborvitae deer resistant?
Arborvitae are not completely deer-proof, but DeGroot’s Spire is somewhat more resistant than other varieties. In areas with heavy deer pressure, additional protection may be needed.

What size should I choose—3 gallon or 7 gallon?
3 gallon plants are ideal for budget-friendly projects and grow quickly once established. 7 gallon plants provide a more mature look instantly and help achieve faster privacy coverage.