Skybound Arborvitae

Strongly columnar arborvitae with dense bright green foliage reaching impressive heights — a fast-growing privacy screen and windbreak arborvitae for creating tall living walls in the landscape. (Thuja occidentalis 'Skybound')

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Introducing the Thuja Occidentalis 'Skybound,' a striking evergreen that elevates any garden with its impressive upright form and vibrant green foliage. Perfect for creating privacy screens or as an elegant backdrop, 'Skybound' is a standout choice for landscape enthusiasts.

The 'Skybound' features a narrow, columnar growth habit, typically reaching heights of 12 to 15 feet with a spread of 4 to 6 feet. Its densely packed foliage retains a rich green color throughout the seasons, making it a reliable choice for adding vertical interest to your garden

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Growing Information

Growing zone guide

Growing Zone Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7

Sunlight Medium to bright light

Type of Soil Slightly acidic to neutral

Mature Height 12 to 15 feet

Maintenance Level Low maintenance

Water Requirement Moderate watering (once a week)

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Additional Information

Growth Rate	Moderate; typically grows 6 to 12 inches per year under optimal conditions.
Colorful Leaves	No
Flowering	No
Bloom Color	N/A
Ornamental Berries	N/A
Disease resistant	Yes
Cold Tolerant	Yes
Heat Tolerant	No
Drought Tolerant	No
Deer Resistant	No
Edible	No
Wildlife Attraction	Birds: Provides habitat and shelter, making it a great addition for bird-friendly gardens. Pollinators: While not a primary attractor, it can occasionally attract bees.
Self-pollinating	Self-pollinating
Seasonality	Growth Season: Spring to Fall Winter Interest: Maintains its lush green color and shape during winter.
Ideal For	Tall Privacy Screens & Hedges – Perfect for narrow urban lots or tight side yards Windbreaks – Great for cold-climate wind protection Foundation Plantings – Tall but narrow shape suits building perimeters Formal Borders – Adds vertical structure to geometric or symmetrical designs Winter Interest – Retains lush green color through snowy months
Leaf Description	The leaves are scale-like and densely arranged, creating a lush, green canopy. The foliage remains vibrant and healthy-looking throughout the year.
Flower Description	Bloom Time: This variety is primarily valued for its foliage and does not produce significant flowers. Flower Details: The plant does not produce showy blooms; the focus is on its beautiful evergreen foliage.
Pruning & Maintenance	When to Prune: Late winter to early spring is ideal for shaping and removing any dead or damaged branches. Pruning Tips: Minimal pruning is needed; light shaping can help maintain its columnar form.
Water Needs	Water Requirements: Regular watering is important during the first year; once established, it is quite drought-tolerant. Frequency: Water weekly during dry spells to keep the soil moderately moist.
Light Needs	Thrives in full sun for best growth and color retention; can tolerate partial shade.
Harvesting	Not applicable; primarily an ornamental plant.
Fertilizing	When to Fertilize: Early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer. Frequency: Once a year is usually sufficient for healthy growth.
Additional Care Tips	Mulching: Apply a layer of mulch in spring to help retain moisture and suppress weeds. Pests & Diseases: Generally resistant to pests; occasional monitoring for scale or bagworm is recommended.
Pollination	Primarily wind-pollinated, though flowering is not significant for this variety.
Companion Plants	🌸 Flowering Perennials & Shrubs: Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) – Bold blooms and upright form contrast well Heuchera ‘Obsidian’ – Deep burgundy foliage offsets Skybound’s green Hydrangea paniculata ‘Little Lime’ – Adds seasonal interest and rounded form 🌾 Ornamental Grasses & Groundcovers: Festuca glauca ‘Elijah Blue’ – Cool-toned grass for bold contrast Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’ – Variegated sedge brightens shaded edges Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’ – Adds height and color with late-season blooms 🌿 Evergreen & Structural Companions: Buxus (Boxwood) – Pairs well in formal designs Ilex crenata ‘Sky Pencil’ – Complements vertical form for layered planting Spiraea ‘Goldmound’ – Bright gold foliage adds seasonal contrast

Flowering and Seasonality

Growth Season: Spring to Fall
Winter Interest: Maintains its lush green color and shape during winter.

Bloom Time: This variety is primarily valued for its foliage and does not produce significant flowers.
Flower Details: The plant does not produce showy blooms; the focus is on its beautiful evergreen foliage.

Pet Friendly

Yes

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