Holmstrup Arborvitae Tree
Thuja occidentalis 'Holmstrup'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Holmstrup Arborvitae Tree highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Plant Class
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pruning Time
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Fluffy Columnar Form - Holmstrum Arborvitae Tree
Arborvitae are solid standards in the garden. Naturally narrow, pyramidal, and tidy, Holmstrup Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Holmstrup') is highly sought-after and beautiful! A columnar Thuja, Holmstrup has a great texture with fern-like foliage making the shrub appear "fluffy".
People often call this shrub cuddly, but don't let the soft texture fool you! This is one tough evergreen, holding its color without fading or bronzing. Holmstrup is an exceptional and versatile Arborvitae variety for its color and fine-textured appearance in your landscape plus red-brown bark (in the few places it is visible on this dense evergreen)!
Held in tufted sprays, held in vertical arrangements, Holmstrup stays full through and through. Incredibly cold-hardy and adaptable, Holmstrup thrives in USDA planting zones 3-8. Growing to a tidy 4 - 6 foot tall columnar tree that spreads just 2-3 feet wide, Thuja handles a wide range of growing conditions.
Also known as Northern White Cedar, Eastern White Cedar, Holmstrup is a cultivar of the beautiful American Arborvitae.
Landscape Application:
Holmstrup Eastern Arborvitae Trees are perfect for all sites and landscapes! These hardy evergreens are great at grounding a foundation planting or perennial border. Plant it where you need some year-round interest or give structure to a landscaping bed.
Holmstrup is one of the smaller of the Arborvitaes, so it does well in a smaller modern garden. Replace Boxwood shrubs by keeping Holmstrup trimmed as a low hedge. Ideal backdrops and privacy hedges, create property division, screening hedges, and borders!
Great in containers, two matching urns flanking your front door with Holmstrup and trailing vines add an instant designer touch to your home. Small enough for container gardens, a pair of Holmstrup in matching large planters for an impressive show. Columnar Arborvitae are perfect for all your patio, porch, and balcony gardening needs!
- Lovely, Soft, Fluffy Fern-Like Foliage
- Compact Tidy Pyramidal Small Tree
- Holds Its Evergreen Color Year-Round
- Smaller Size For All Sized Yards
- For Backdrops, Specimens, Containers & Privacy Hedges
#ProPlantTips for Care
Arborvitae need full sun to grow their best and handle all kinds of well-drained soils. Provide regular moisture for new trees but once established, Thuja becomes drought tolerant. However, plants in colder climates appreciate a good long drink in the fall before winter sets in. A well-watered evergreen has less winter burn than one with dry roots.
Top-dress with a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around the entire root system for best results. Shear or prune your tree if needed in the spring after the first flush of growth.
- Full Sun Needs
- Adaptive To A Variety Of Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture Needs
- Prune In Spring
- Urban Environment Tolerant
Reliable color and fine landscape texture year-round, the Holmstrup Arborvitae Tree will be your new favorite evergreen! Nature Hills only ship strong and healthy plants, so order a few Holmstrup from us today!
Arborvitae Tree FAQ
How do you care for Arborvitae?
- Plant Evergreen Arborvitae in full sun
- Choose a well-drained location with moderate moisture access
- Prune or shear after the first flush of spring growth
- These conifers only need extra water during the fall before winter, and during prolonged drought conditions.
How large do Holmstrup Arborvitae get?
Holmstrup Thuja Tree of Life grows just 4 - 6 feet tall and 2 - 3 feet wide.
Are Holmstrup arborvitae deer resistant?
Arborvitae are often browsed by deer and other wildlife but quickly regrow after a few nibbles. In areas with high deer pressure, we recommend you spray your shrub with deer repellant from day one. Continue treating your tree according to product directions.
How fast does Arborvitae grow?
Arborvitae trees have a medium to fast growth rate, especially when young.
