.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } American Pillar' American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' Description This cultivar features a tall, narrow growth habit with dense, bright green foliage, making it ideal for vertical accents and privacy screens. Suggested Uses Perfect for landscapers seeking living fences, narrow borders, or vertical accents in gardens and urban landscapes. Plant Details Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' Common Name: American Pillar Arborvitae Size & Growth: Up to 6 ft tall with a spread of 2 ft, slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 5-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense and lush Bloom Time: Does not produce prominent blooms Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for container planting Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other evergreen shrubs and perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun for best growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Prefers loamy, slightly acidic to neutral soil. Humidity: Tolerant of variable humidity levels. Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning; remove dead or damaged branches to maintain shape. Winter Care: Protect with mulch in colder zones to prevent frost damage. Planting Depth: Plant so the root ball is level with the soil surface. Fertilization: Feed with balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Mulch annually to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds.