Fire Chief™ Globe Arborvitae
Overview: An arborvitae grown for its foliage that shifts from gold in spring to green in summer to red-bronze in winter.
Mature size: Varies enormously by cultivar, from dwarf globe forms under 3 ft. to 40–60 ft. trees.
Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Flowering season: Not grown for flowers — an evergreen conifer
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3–7
Water needs: Average; consistent moisture, especially while establishing
Special features: A dwarf, globe-shaped selection with unusually strong seasonal color change. Classic needled evergreen used for hedges, screens, and accents; watch for winter bronzing in exposed sites; susceptible to bagworms and canker disease in prolonged wet weather
Wildlife value: Cover and nesting habitat for birds
Botanical name: Thuja occ. 'Congabe'
Category: Topiaries, Conifers, & Specialty Material