Fast Growing, Dense & Cold Hardy - Perfect for Privacy The Arborvitae Spring Grove, Thuja plicata 'Grovepli', a Proven Winners selection, was selected for its superior winter color and hardiness. It maintains a rich green color even in Midwest winters. This plant can survive -25 degrees winters! The tight, thick pyramidal habit works nicely for landscape designs, borders, screens, specimen, and windbreaks. Spacing should be 12 to 15 feet apart. This plant is also very deer resistant. Spring Grove is fast growing for an Arborvitae. Fertilize in early spring with a slow release evergreen fertilizer. It is adaptable to a wide range of soil pH's. This tree is good for holding banks, as a specimen, and in winter gardens. If you want to create a deer resistant and fast-growing privacy screen, Spring Grove is the plant for you! Tight pyramid growth habit Thick green foliage All season interest Explore More from Nature Hills Spring Grove™ Arborvitae is an excellent choice among privacy trees and joins our collection of proven winners® that deliver reliable performance in the landscape. For more screening options, explore our complete selection of trees and low maintenance plants that provide year-round beauty with minimal care. Learn more about the versatility of these evergreens in our guide Learn More About Arborvitae, the Tree of Life and discover additional screening solutions in Best Privacy Trees and Shrubs to Plant This Spring.