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Nigra Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
$13949 $14999
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$0 $19.99 $24.99
$20 $49.99 $29.99
$50 $69.99 $34.99
$70 $99.99 $39.99
$100 $129.99 $44.99
$130 $149.99 $48.99
$150 $150+ Approx 28%

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Plant Highlights

Nigra Arborvitae highlights at a glance!

Plant Highlights

  • Brand
    Nature Hills' Choice
  • Botanical Name
    Thuja occidentalis 'Nigra'
  • Growing Zones
    3-7
  • Mature Height
    20 - 30 feet
  • Mature Spread
    4 - 10 feet
  • Sun Exposure
    Full Sun
  • Soil
    Widely Adaptable
  • Growth Rate
    Medium
  • Flower Color
    Dark Green
  • Fall Color
    Green
  • Pollinator Friendly
    No
  • Pollinator Required
    No

A Great Privacy Tree That Stays Dark Green All Winter

The Nigra Arborvitae, also known as the 'Dark Green' Arborvitae, is a hardy, low maintenance tree. It's a great choice as a privacy screen, and perfect as a hedge or natural fence.

It is one of the best varieties for cold climates. Unlike some evergreens, 'Nigra' will keep its dark green color all winter long.

Scale-like leaves are ovate, mid to dark-green on top, lighter beneath. Females bear small cones with a small terminal hook on each scale. The Nigra has good disease and insect resistance.

This low maintenance arborvitae needs full sun to partial shade and prefers sandy loam to clay loam. Useful as a specimen, accent, windscreen, or commonly used in foundation plantings.

This low-maintenance tree is a popular landscaping tree. It makes one of the finest year-round hedges that form a natural fence around your home. Very hardy, very green, and very dense!

  • Cold climate tree
  • Disease and insect resistance
  • Year round interest

Customer Reviews

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Manny
Natural looking hedge

Your description says it correctly: Very hardy, very green, and very dense. We are very happy with this shapely tree.

Dear Manny,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with the Nigra Arborvitae! We’re thrilled to hear that the tree has lived up to its reputation of being hardy, vibrant, and dense, and that it adds such a shapely touch to your landscape. It’s always rewarding to know our plants thrive and delight our customers!

If you’re ever interested in tips on maintaining the perfect shape or ensuring year-round health, trimming lightly in late spring and providing deep watering during dry spells can be especially helpful for Arborvitae. And should you have any questions in the future or want tailored care advice, don’t hesitate to reach out—our team is here for you.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

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Manny
Natural looking hedge

Your description says it correctly: Very hardy, very green, and very dense. We are very happy with this shapely tree.

Hi Manny,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with the Nigra Arborvitae! We're delighted to hear that it’s living up to our description and adding that hardy, green, and dense charm to your space. It sounds like your tree is flourishing beautifully and bringing that natural hedge look you hoped for.

If you’re ever curious about tips on pruning to maintain its shapely form or care advice to keep it vibrant year-round, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to support your planting journey.

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

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Fred
Showed up in good shape - looks great

Showed up in good shape - looks great

Hi Fred,

Thank you so much for sharing your feedback! We’re delighted to hear your Nigra Arborvitae arrived in great shape and is looking fantastic. It’s always wonderful to know our plants make a strong start in your garden.

To help your arborvitae thrive even more, make sure it’s planted in well-draining soil with plenty of sunlight, and keep it regularly watered, especially during the first few months. If you’re ever curious about pruning tips or pest management, feel free to reach out—we’re here to support you every step of the way.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

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Fred
Showed up in good shape - looks great

Showed up in good shape - looks great

Hi Fred,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re delighted to hear that your Nigra Arborvitae arrived in great shape and looks fantastic—nothing makes us happier than knowing your new plant is thriving right from the start.

If you have any questions about care as it settles in—whether it’s watering tips, soil preferences, or pruning advice—please don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re always here to help you nurture your plants into their full, beautiful potential.

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Nigra Arborvitae

Nigra Arborvitae

From $13949 $14999

Growing Zones

3-7

Mature Height

20 - 30 feet

Mature Spread

4 - 10 feet

Sun

Full Sun

Foliage Color

N/A

Fall Color

Green

Flower Color

Dark Green
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