Also known as Hiba Arborvitae · 98 gardener saves

Thujopsis: the varieties gardeners actually grow

Thujopsis, the genus most gardeners know as hiba arborvitae. We track 2 varieties; these are the ones gardeners actually save and plant, ranked by real saves rather than catalog marketing. Each links to full care, bloom, and live price data.

2 varietiesZones 5–7Mostly full sun

The 2 most-saved Thujopsis varieties

Of 2 in the catalog — ordered by how many gardeners actually grow them.

Thujopsis questions

How many types of Thujopsis are there?

The Sow catalog tracks 2 distinct Thujopsis varieties. The most popular — ranked by 98 real gardener saves — are shown first above.

What zones does Thujopsis grow in?

Across its varieties, Thujopsis covers USDA Zones 5–7. Individual varieties differ — each plant page lists its exact range, and Sow filters the catalog to your zone automatically.

When does Thujopsis bloom?

Most Thujopsis varieties bloom in spring. Staggering early, mid, and late varieties extends the genus's season in one bed.

Which Thujopsis should I choose?

Start from the most-saved varieties above — popularity across thousands of gardens is a strong signal of reliability — then filter by your zone and sun. In the Sow app you can preview any of them in a photo of your actual yard before you buy.

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Design with Thujopsis in your own yard

Snap a photo of your space and see these varieties planted in it — sized correctly, matched to your zone, with care reminders included.

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