Rheingold Arborvite (Thuja occidentalis ‘Rheingold’)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun to partial shade
• Best color and form in full sun
• Avoid deep shade, which can cause thinning

Bloom Time:

• Non-flowering (grown for foliage)

Size:

Height: 3 to 5 feet
Width: 3 to 5 feet

Attributes:

• Dense, globe-shaped to conical form
• Golden-yellow foliage turns coppery in winter
• Fine, scale-like texture
• Low maintenance and slow-growing
• Deer-resistant and cold-hardy (USDA Zones 3–7)
• Excellent for winter gardens and small spaces

Care Tips:

• Plant in moist, well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Water regularly during establishment; prefers consistent moisture
• Mulch to retain soil moisture and protect roots
• Prune lightly in early spring to maintain shape if needed
• Avoid exposed, windy sites and prolonged drought

Pest watch:

• Monitor for deer browsing, bagworms, spider mites, and leaf miners