Arborvitae - Degroot's Spire

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Arborvitae - Degroot's Spire

The Degroot's Spire Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis 'Degroot's Spire', is a striking accent plant with a narrow, columnar form and rich green, twisted foliage. Degroot's Spire Arborvitae retains its attractiveness with age unlike some evergreens. This tree turns bronze in winter contrasting beautifully with the snow. Its striking narrow-columnar form makes it the perfect choice when a strong vertical accent in the garden or landscape is desired. It's growth rate is a tad on the slow side, but a row of DeGroot's Spire creates an attractive and functional screen, or becomes a handsome green wall for that special outdoor area. It requires very little pruning. This arborvitae is an excellent variety for small spaces, is an easy care plant, attracts wildlife, drought tolerant and deer resistant. ... more

 

Lacebark Elm The Lacebark Elm tree, Ulmus parvifolia, is a superb tree for urban conditions and should be widely considered for use as a street tree. This deciduous shade tree is a very hardy, tough tree that is capable of withstanding the rigors of harsh climates, poor soils and streetscape situations. The dark green, oval leaves of the lacebark elm vary from 3/4 to 2 1/2 inches in length. Fall leaf color is variable, but some yellowish to reddish purple is possible even in warmer climates. The bark of this elm is perhaps its finest feature.

Arborvitae - Degroot's Spire