Thuja occidentalis Fastigiata

Common Name: Fastigiate Arborvitae

Description:
Thuja occidentalis 'Fastigiata' is a narrow, upright evergreen conifer with a dense, columnar growth habit. Its rich green, fine-textured foliage retains its colour year-round, sometimes developing a bronze hue in winter. This fast-growing, space-saving variety is perfect for hedging, screening, or as a striking vertical accent in the garden. It thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to part shade. Highly resistant to cold, wind, and urban pollution, 'Fastigiata' is an excellent low-maintenance choice for Melbourne gardens, providing height and structure without taking up much space.

Form:

• Tree - Medium
• Suitable for Hedging

Mature Size:

• Height: 4–8 m
• Width: 1–2 m

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Does not flower (produces small cones)

Flower Colour:

• N/A

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Hedging
• Suitable for Screening
• Low Maintenance
• Cold Hardy
• Wind Tolerant
• Year-round Colour Interest
• Narrow Growth Habit (ideal for small spaces)

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Non-toxic to pets

Companion Plants:

• Buxus sempervirens (English Box)
• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Miscanthus sinensis (Maiden Grass)
• Heuchera (Coral Bells)
• Thymus serpyllum (Creeping Thyme)