Polar Gold® Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis ‘SMTOYB’ USPP 25,388
Add year-round color and privacy without sacrificing space with Polar Gold® Arborvitae. This narrow, upright evergreen features glowing golden-yellow foliage that holds its color through every season, bringing brightness to the landscape—even in winter.
Its naturally dense, pyramidal habit makes it perfect for creating a living screen or hedge in smaller spaces where traditional arborvitae may grow too wide. Exceptionally cold hardy and adaptable, Polar Gold® is a reliable choice for northern gardens.
🌿 Why You’ll Love It
Space-saving, narrow upright habit
Golden-yellow foliage year-round
Excellent for privacy screens and hedges
Extremely cold hardy (Zone 3)
Low maintenance
🌱 Shrub Details
Foliage: Golden-yellow evergreen foliage
Habit: Narrow, upright pyramid
Light Requirement: Full sun to part sun
Soil: Average, well-drained
Water Needs: Average
Hardiness Zones: 3–7
Maintenance: Easy
📏 Size
Mature Height: 12–15 ft
Mature Width: 4–6 ft
Spacing: 4–6 ft
🌼 Landscape Uses
Privacy screens
Hedges
Property borders
Accent or specimen plant
Evergreen structure in mixed beds
✔ Garden Benefits
Evergreen year-round interest
Native to North America
Extremely cold hardy
Low maintenance
Works well in smaller spaces
💡 Garden Tip:
Little to no pruning is needed, but if shaping is desired, prune lightly in late spring after new growth appears—avoid cutting into old wood.