Looking for the ultimate narrow evergreen for tight spaces? Meet the Sting® Arborvitae PP#34,292 (Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTOO'), a Proven Winners® gem! This evergreen wonder shoots up to 15 to 20 feet tall while staying only about 2 feet wide, making it the skinniest of privacy trees. Its upright columnar form is clothed in dense, bright green foliage that holds color beautifully all year! This isn't your average Arborvitae! Sting® has a strikingly architectural habit that brings vertical drama to landscapes. Its lush evergreen foliage creates a living exclamation point in gardens, borders, or as a row of slim sentinels. Unlike bulky shrubs, this tidy grower fits where space is limited, delivering big impact in a narrow footprint. Native to North America and a member of the Cypress family (Cupressaceae), Arborvitae has long symbolized strength and endurance. Sting® Columnar Arborvitae builds on that legacy with a modern twist, streamlined growth, and Proven Winners® breeding excellence! Key Features Ultra-narrow columnar Arborvitae Evergreen with dense, bright green foliage Grows 15 to 20 feet tall, only 2 feet wide Excellent vertical accent or privacy screen Low-maintenance Proven Winners® selection Landscaping Uses Sting® Columnar Arborvitae is the go-to choice for slender spaces and stylish designs. Growing 15 to 20 feet tall and 2 feet wide, it thrives in modern landscapes where space is tight. Tall, skinny privacy hedge Living fence for narrow side yards Vertical accent in mixed borders Focal point in formal or urban gardens Slim screening for patios or balconies Care & Maintenance Hardy in USDA zones 3 to 8, Sting® Thuja is a tough-as-nails evergreen shrub that keeps its shape without pruning. It's sun-loving, adaptable, and easy care. Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong mycorrhizal symbiotic root support. Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall, see our Arborvitae transplanting guide Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Soil Requirements: Well-drained, tolerates clay, loam, or sandy soils Moisture Needs: Regular water when establishing, use the Finger Test. Mature plants tolerate moderate drought. Mulch: Apply a 3 to 4 inch layer of Arborist Mulch to conserve moisture Fertilization Needs: Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring, or use compost Pruning Info: Naturally narrow form needs little to no pruning; can be lightly trimmed for shape Special Perks: Cold-hardy, low-maintenance, deer-resistant, urban-tolerant Standing Tall With Sting®! For dramatic height in tight spaces, nothing compares to Proven Winners® Sting® Arborvitae. Its slim silhouette, dense evergreen foliage, and year-round good looks make it a standout! Order your Sting® Arborvitae today from Nature Hills and enjoy the vertical elegance this plant brings to your garden! Explore More from Nature Hills The Sting® Arborvitae joins our collection of reliable proven winners® and low maintenance plants that thrive with minimal care while providing excellent screening capabilities. Like other versatile trees and deer resistant plants, this compact evergreen works beautifully for foundation plantings and privacy borders. For more guidance on selecting the right evergreen for your landscape, explore our Privacy Trees and Shrubs: The Complete Guide to Screening, Spacing & Top Varieties or Learn More About Arborvitae, the Tree of Life.
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