treeN. America Native

Spring Grove Arborvitae

Thuja plicata 'Grovepli'

Not currently listed at our partner nurseries.

Expertly Curated

Real-Time Pricing

Loved by Designers

Essentials

At a Glance

Plant Type

Tree

Height

360 inches

Width

144 inches

Light

Full Sun, Partial Sun

Zones

5, 6, 7, 8

Water

Medium

Humidity

Prefers moderate to high

Lifespan

Very long-lived

Native To

Western North America (species)

Toxicity

Mildly toxic if ingested in large quantities

The Story

Plant Bio

Thuja plicata, or Western Redcedar, is a large, conical evergreen conifer native to the Pacific Northwest. It features aromatic, scale-like leaves in flattened sprays and is valued for its majestic stature and rot-resistant wood. 'Grovepli', sold as Spring Grove®, is a vigorous, fast-growing selection known for its dense, pyramidal form and glossy, dark green foliage that resists winter bronzing. It is more deer resistant than its Thuja occidentalis cousins.

Bloom Period:

EarlyLate

Uses & Benefits:

Spring Grove® offers a classic, formal, pyramidal shape with dense, glossy green foliage that provides a strong vertical element and year-round structure in the landscape. It serves as an excellent dark green backdrop for other plants.

Its rapid growth rate and dense habit make it one of the best choices for creating a living privacy screen or windbreak in a relatively short amount of time. It requires little to no pruning to maintain its shape.

The dense branches provide excellent shelter and nesting sites for birds throughout the year, especially during harsh winter weather. It is also more resistant to deer browsing than many other common arborvitae varieties.

Marketplace

Where to Buy

We couldn't find this plant listed online right now.

Shipping costs Year-round shipping Free shipping

Planting

How to Grow

Select a site in full sun or light shade with moist, well-drained soil.
Dig a hole twice as wide and just as deep as the root ball.
Gently tease out any circling roots before placing in the hole.
Ensure the top of the root ball is level with the surrounding soil.
Backfill with native soil, firming it gently to remove air pockets.
Water deeply and apply a layer of mulch, keeping it away from the trunk.

Pro Tip

Provide consistent moisture during the first few years to fuel its fast growth rate; it is not as drought tolerant as junipers.

Keep It Thriving

Care Guide

Do

Water regularly and deeply, especially during periods of drought.
Mulch annually to protect the shallow root system.
Provide adequate spacing for its mature size to ensure good air circulation.
Shear in early summer if a very formal hedge is desired.

Don't

Do not plant in poorly drained, waterlogged soils.
Avoid planting in hot, dry, exposed sites without supplemental water.
Don't let heavy snow or ice build up and damage the branches.
Avoid pruning back into old wood that has no foliage.

Seasonal Care Calendar

Task	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Mulch
Pest Check
Plant

Watch Out For

Pests & Diseases

Common Pests

Common Diseases

In the Garden

Landscape Uses & Companions

Landscape Uses

Fast-growing privacy screen or hedgeStately evergreen specimen treeEffective windbreak for large properties

Companion Plants

Hydrangea paniculata 'Limelight' Picea pungens 'Globosa' Spiraea japonica Rudbeckia fulgida 'Goldsturm' Miscanthus sinensis 'Gracillimus'

Multiply

Propagation Methods

Good to Know

Common Questions

Spring Grove Arborvitae questions

What zones can Spring Grove Arborvitae grow in?

Spring Grove Arborvitae is hardy in USDA Zones 5–8. Inside that range it survives winter in the ground; outside it, grow it as an annual or a container plant you protect.

Is Spring Grove Arborvitae deer resistant?

Yes — Spring Grove Arborvitae is rated deer-resistant. Deer typically pass it over, though extreme hunger can override any plant's defenses.

When does Spring Grove Arborvitae bloom?

Spring Grove Arborvitae typically blooms in late spring through late spring. Exact timing shifts a week or two with your zone — Sow's bloom calendar maps it to your garden.

Does Spring Grove Arborvitae need full sun?

Spring Grove Arborvitae does best in full sun to part shade. In hot climates, afternoon shade keeps blooms fresher longer.