{"product_id":"highlights®-arborvitae","title":"Highlights® Arborvitae","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights® Arborvitae - Golden Evergreen Privacy \u0026amp; Accent Shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBring bright year-round color and elegant vertical structure to your landscape with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights® Arborvitae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This distinctive evergreen features vibrant yellow foliage that develops richer golden tones in sun and summer heat while maintaining its color through the colder months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights® grows naturally into a tight, upright pyramidal to columnar form, creating strong architectural interest without requiring constant pruning. Its narrow footprint makes it an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, foundation plantings, mixed borders, entryways, mass plantings, and large containers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike traditional green arborvitae, Highlights® provides a bold splash of golden color throughout the year, making it especially effective when planted against darker evergreen shrubs, fences, brick, or other contrasting backgrounds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy You'll Love Highlights® Arborvitae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright Golden Evergreen Foliage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Strong yellow foliage develops rich golden tones in sunlight and maintains attractive color throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally Narrow Growth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its upright pyramidal-columnar shape provides vertical structure without taking up excessive landscape space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent Privacy Plant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant several together to create a colorful evergreen screen or narrow hedge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear-Round Landscape Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen foliage provides dependable structure and color through every season.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimal Pruning Required:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highlights® naturally maintains an attractive upright form, making it a low-maintenance alternative to shrubs requiring frequent shaping.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile Landscape Uses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Works beautifully as an accent, hedge, privacy planting, foundation shrub, mixed-border specimen, or container plant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights® Arborvitae Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thuja occidentalis 'Janed Gold'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCultivar:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highlights®\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e PP21,967\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highlights® Arborvitae, Golden Arborvitae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen conifer shrub\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 8-20 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMature Width:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 4 feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Upright, dense, pyramidal to columnar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Color:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bright yellow to golden yellow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Evergreen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoliage Texture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Soft, fine-textured, aromatic evergreen sprays\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moist, well-drained soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Moderate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 5a-8b\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Minimal pruning generally required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYear-Round Interest:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highlights® Arborvitae performs best in full sun to partial shade. More sunlight generally produces the strongest yellow and golden foliage color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Arborvitae perform best when the root system receives consistent moisture without remaining waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water regularly after planting while the root system becomes established. Once established, transition to deeper, less frequent watering while avoiding prolonged drought stress.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCold Hardiness:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highlights® is recommended for USDA Zones 5a-8b and provides dependable evergreen structure through winter in suitable climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor Performance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One of the standout characteristics of Highlights® is its ability to maintain strong golden foliage color through summer heat and into winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWatering:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water deeply immediately after planting and maintain consistent soil moisture during the first growing season. Established plants still benefit from supplemental watering during extended hot or dry periods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply a balanced slow-release evergreen or shrub fertilizer in early spring if additional growth is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePruning:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highlights® naturally develops an attractive narrow pyramidal shape and generally requires little pruning. Light tip pruning can be used to maintain a formal hedge or particularly crisp silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMulching:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Apply approximately 1-2 inches of mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture, moderate soil temperature, and reduce weed growth. Avoid piling mulch directly against the trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWinter Care:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Water thoroughly before prolonged winter freezes, particularly during dry autumn conditions, to help evergreen foliage enter winter well hydrated.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrivacy Screens:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Plant several Highlights® Arborvitae together to create a narrow evergreen screen with significantly more color than traditional green arborvitae.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHedges:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e The dense upright growth habit makes Highlights® an excellent choice for structured or informal evergreen hedges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLandscape Accent:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use as a vertical focal point where its bright golden foliage can contrast with dark green shrubs, burgundy foliage, stone, brick, or fencing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFoundation Plantings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Its relatively narrow width allows Highlights® to add height and structure near homes without occupying the space required by broader evergreen shrubs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEntryways:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Use individual plants or matching pairs near entrances, gates, walkways, and patios for strong architectural impact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMixed Borders:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Combine with flowering shrubs, ornamental grasses, perennials, and dark-foliaged evergreens for dramatic color contrast.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMass Plantings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Repeating several plants creates a striking rhythm of golden vertical forms across larger landscape beds.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContainers:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Young Highlights® Arborvitae can be grown in large decorative containers to provide evergreen structure and year-round color around patios and entrances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow large does Highlights® Arborvitae get?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighlights® can mature approximately 8-20 feet tall while remaining around 4 feet wide, giving it a relatively narrow, upright profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat color is Highlights® Arborvitae?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts foliage begins bright yellow and develops stronger golden coloration in sunlight and warm weather. Unlike many colorful shrubs, it provides interest throughout the entire year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Highlights® Arborvitae stay evergreen?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Highlights® is an evergreen arborvitae and retains its foliage throughout winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Highlights® Arborvitae need full sun?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt grows in full sun to partial shade. Full sun generally produces the strongest golden foliage color.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Highlights® Arborvitae be used for privacy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its dense, upright growth habit makes it well suited for privacy screens and narrow evergreen hedges.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow far apart should I plant Highlights® Arborvitae?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a relatively quick privacy hedge, plants can generally be spaced approximately 3-4 feet apart on center. Wider spacing can be used when you want individual plants to remain more visually distinct.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes Highlights® Arborvitae need much pruning?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo. It naturally develops a tight pyramidal-columnar shape and typically requires very little pruning. Light trimming can be performed when a more formal appearance is desired.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes the golden color last through winter?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Highlights® was specifically selected for foliage that maintains bright color through both summer heat and winter conditions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan Highlights® Arborvitae grow in containers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Young plants perform well in large containers with excellent drainage. Because the plant eventually becomes tall, larger specimens are typically better suited for the landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Highlights® Arborvitae easy to maintain?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. 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