Forever Goldy® Arborvitae
Thuja plicata '4EVER'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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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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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 |
|---|---|---|
| #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 |
|---|---|---|
| #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
Forever Goldy® Arborvitae highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateMedium
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Growing Zones 5-8
Look out, because Evergreens just got a makeover! Yes, the classic dark forest green of pine trees is lovely - but if you're looking for a bright pop of color that lasts all year long, then Forever Goldy® Arborvitae PP #19267 (Thuja plicata '4EVER') is exactly what you need!
Not convinced? Well, we have a list of attributes for you!
Imagine this, a landscape blanketed with beautiful white snow, speckled with dark green pines and spruce. A beautiful sight for sure but what if there were splashes of gold among them, in the middle of winter! That's exactly what Forever Goldy® Arborvitae offers with its mesmerizing golden-green needles. Never again will you have a strictly two-toned garden during the colder months!
A Southern Living® plant collection member, Forever Goldy® Arborvitae has a pleasing pyramidal shape that looks quite a bit like a Christmas tree draped in gold! Hardy throughout USDA planting zones 5-8, these bright shrubby trees grow just 12 - 18 feet tall and 3 - 5 feet wide, making them adaptable, versatile, and space-saving!
Landscape Application:
As a slower-growing narrow Arborvitae tree, Forever Goldy® Arborvitae makes a handsome hedge for the edge of your yards or as a beautiful backdrop to your perennial gardens. Plus, since it's a smaller tree, it'll work perfectly in small gardens and landscapes!
Forever Goldy® adds a year-round ever'green' accent to waterwise, full sun landscapes and decorative containers! That means modern urban lots and smaller courtyard gardens, balconies, porches, patios, and container gardens can all enjoy the gilded color that lights up every sunny situation!
When you can go big, Forever Goldy® is ready to show off big time! Create groupings and hedges that turn heads, as the bright color lights up the landscape! In existing privacy hedges and mixed shrub borders, Forever Goldy® adds that pop of color to the usual dark green evergreenery. Light up a landscaping bed with a lush backdrop of these narrow-growing plants that seem to set off everything else planted before them.
- Gorgeous Yellow-Green Needles
- Narrow-Growing Pyramidal Shape
- Perfect For Year-Round Interest
- Works Well In Small Space Gardens & Containers
- Gorgeous Hedges, Groupings & Specimen Plants
#ProPlantTips for Care:
The best place to plant a Forever Goldy® Thuja is somewhere it can have lots of sun with some afternoon shade. As far as soil goes, this golden delight isn't picky at all, simply make sure it is well-drained and you won't have to worry one bit! Provide regular water for new plants but once established, this Arborvitae becomes very drought tolerant and xeric. Provide a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around the roots. Prune or shear after the first flush of growth in the spring if needed, but these slower-growing evergreens won’t need much in the way of maintenance.
- Full Sun Plants
- Need Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
- Prune If Needed In Spring
- Heat, Cold & Drought Tolerant
Gold is the new green as far as gardens go! No more must we stick to the same old evergreen colors if we want winter interest. Forever Goldy® Arborvitae is here to accent the dark green with golden yellow-green to create a breathtaking landscape no matter the season. Order one, or a few, for your yard today!
