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Growth Rate
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- Speed: Moderate to slow, reaching approximately 6 to 12 inches per year.
- Height: Typically grows to about 3 to 4 feet.
- Width: Spreads to around 3 to 4 feet, creating a dense, rounded shape.
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Colorful leaves
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Flowering
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No |
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Disease resistant
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Yes |
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Cold Tolerant
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Yes |
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Heat Tolerant
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No |
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Drought Tolerant
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No |
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Deer Resistant
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Yes |
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Edible
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No |
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Wildlife Attraction
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The Golden Globe attracts various wildlife, including birds and beneficial insects. Its foliage provides excellent shelter, while its cones offer a food source for birds. |
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Self-pollinating
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Seasonality
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This hardy plant thrives year-round, maintaining its striking golden color even in winter. Its growth is particularly vigorous during the spring and summer months. |
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Ideal For
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Gardens, borders, containers, and low-maintenance landscapes. Add this striking shrub to your collection for a touch of elegance and vibrancy! |
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Leaf Description
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The leaves are scale-like, rich golden-yellow in color, turning more vibrant with the sun's exposure. They are dense and soft, providing a lush, rounded appearance. |
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Flower Description
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The flowers are not a prominent feature, appearing as tiny, clustered cones that blend seamlessly with the plant's foliage. |
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Planting Instructions
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- Best Time to Plant: Early spring or fall.
- Planting Method: Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball, place the plant in the center, and fill with soil. Water thoroughly.
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Pruning & Maintenance
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Prune lightly to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. Best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. |
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Water Needs
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- Frequency: Water regularly until established, then weekly during dry periods.
- Amount: Ensure the soil is moist but not soggy.
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Light Needs
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- This plant prefers full sun to partial shade, thriving best in at least 6 hours of sunlight daily.
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Harvesting
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Not applicable, as this plant is primarily ornamental and not harvested for any products.
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Fertilizing
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Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to promote healthy growth.
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Additional Care Tips
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- Pests: Generally resistant to pests but watch for spider mites and scale.
- Diseases: Prone to root rot in overly wet conditions. Ensure good drainage.
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Pollination
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Thuja occidentalis is primarily wind-pollinated, and while it produces cones, it does not require specific pollinators. |
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Companion Plants
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Perennials:- Heuchera ‘Obsidian’ or ‘Plum Pudding’
– Deep burgundy to purple foliage creates a striking contrast with the golden tones of Thuja.
- Nepeta 'Walker's Low'
– Lavender-blue flowers and a soft, spreading form balance the upright, mounded Thuja.
- Hosta varieties
– Broad, variegated leaves provide foliage contrast in partially shaded areas.
- Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna'
– Purple flower spikes add vertical interest and a cool tone contrast.
- Echinacea purpurea
– Bold blooms in summer enhance seasonal color and attract pollinators.
Flowering Shrubs:- Spiraea 'Goldflame' or 'Magic Carpet'
– Compact, mounding shrubs with pink blooms and bright foliage pair well with golden tones.
- Hydrangea paniculata 'Bobo' or 'Little Lime'
– Creamy-white flowers add elegance and pair beautifully with the warm gold foliage.
- Berberis thunbergii 'Crimson Pygmy'
– Deep red foliage contrasts sharply with the yellow tones of 'Golden Globe'.
- Rosa ‘The Fairy’ or compact shrub roses
– Soft pink or white blooms provide a romantic complement to the neat evergreen shape.
Grasses and Groundcovers:- Festuca glauca (Blue Fescue)
– Fine, blue-gray texture and color provide cool-toned contrast.
- Carex oshimensis ‘Evergold’
– Arching variegated blades echo the golden tones and soften the overall look.
- Sedum 'Angelina'
– Yellow-green succulent foliage harmonizes with the thuja while adding a different texture.
- Ajuga reptans ‘Black Scallop’
– Dark groundcover with purple-bronze leaves and blue flower spikes for bold contrast.
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