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Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief™' ('Congabe')
Arborvitae: Patent PP19009
- » Bright golden spring foliage and fantastic deep red fall color
- » More intense colors and less prone to bark split than other varieties
- » No pruning necessary; perfect globe shape
- Category:Arborvitae
- Breeder:Southern Living® Plant Collection
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:2-4 ft
- Spread:2-4 ft
- Bloom Color: Insignificant
- Foliage Color: Gold, Green, Red, Bronze
Availability not guaranteed; for informational purposes only.
Attributes
| • | Accent |
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Cold Tolerant |
| • | Container |
| • | Evergreen |
| • | Fall Color |
| • | Great Foliage |
| • | Hedge |
| • | Low Maintenance |
| • | Mass Planting |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Additional Information about Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief™'
Distinctive color shifts set Fire Chief apart among compact evergreens. Bright gold foliage brightens the tidy globe-shaped shrub in spring. Summer brings gentle hues of orange which deepen to red in fall. No pruning; resists sun and wind burn.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief™'
Water before planting.
Dig hole 2X the width of pot.
Plant 1-2” above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil.
Water and add more soil if needed.
Mulch 1-2” deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem.