Sting™ Arborvitae

Uses: Perennial, cold-hardy, fast-growing evergreen shrub. Perfect for narrow spaces and accent pieces. 

Benefits: Provides stunning green color all year! Fast growing! Tall and extremely narrow! Native species. 

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8

Sun: Full sun to partial shade

Life Cycle: Perennial 

Mature Height: 15' - 20'

Mature Width: 1' - 1.5"

Bloom Season: Conifer (does not bloom)

The ultimate landscape statement! 

Add some high-reaching levels of interest to even the tightest of spaces with the Sting™ Arborvitae by Proven Winners®! This tall, dark, and handsome, super-slender arborvitae has dense, fragrant evergreen foliage that offers year-round appeal. Its ultra narrow habit is perfect for tucking into any landscape that needs a little more excitement. After all, it's like the plant version of an exclamation point! 

Maintains shape without much pruning.

Very hardy and durable in the landscape.

Perfect for areas without a lot of room. Does not take up a lot of space! 

Grows faster than many other conifers.

Native to North America. 

How to Care for Skinny Arborvitaes

Provide full sun to partial shade. Too much shade will cause growth issues. 

Fertilization is suggested, especially if soil is poor. Our slow release fertilizer is a great option. Fertilize in spring. 

Naturally grows as a tight, tall, and narrow shrub. New growth may be trimmed to shape in late spring, following plant’s natural habit. Keep well-watered after trimming to prevent browning of edges. Do not cut too hard or cut into thick stems, which will result in slow recovery.

Water regularly, especially after planting prior to establishment. Attempt to keep soil moist but not wet. Once established, 'American Pillar' is able to tolerate a degree of dry soil.

Mulching around the base will help to trap ground moisture. 

This arborvitae prefers soil that is well draining. 

Space 1' - 2' apart at a minimum.

Size of Skinny Arborvitaes for Sale Online

The Sting™ Arborvitae that we sell online will ship in a greenhouse grade grow pot. Each plant will be appropriately sized for its pot. Please contact us with any specific questions.

Size of Skinny Arborvitae When Mature

Sting™ Arborvitae will reach mature heights of 15' - 20' and mature widths of 1' - 1.5'. 

What is the botanical name of Sting™ Arborvitae?

Its botanical name is Thuja occidentalis ‘SMNTOO’ PP#34,292 .