Wintergreen Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Wintergreen'
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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 |
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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
Wintergreen Arborvitae highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Growth RateFast
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
Growing Zones 3-8
Fast-growing greenery - slim profile! The Wintergreen Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Wintergreen') is a fantastic verdant evergreen with a space-saving columnar form and fluffy, dense growth! These are classic hedge and statement conifers that have a high impact effect on a smaller footprints budget!
Wintergreen has soft, compact growth that’s just screaming privacy! Deep green through and through, you'll love its slim columnar shape and growth that form all the way to the ground. These are bird-friendly hotels and block the wind and drifting snow. The rapid growth can give you up to 2 feet in growth per year in optimal conditions.
Arborvitae trees like Wintergreen are very cold hardy and adaptable! Thriving in USDA growing zones 3 through 8, and obtain a mature height of 20-25 feet, while only taking up a space-saving 4-6 feet in mature width! Easily sheared to any size, these columnar evergreens are wonderful year-round interest.
Planting and Application:
Wintergreen is perfect for verdant windbreaks, shelterbelts, blocking drifting snow and hiding an unsightly scene. These trees are dense enough to even have sound dampening capabilities! Wrap your yard or a seating area in privacy and seclusion and let the world melt away while you relax in the peace these fluffy green pillars provide! Plant in a line or zigzag 3-4 feet on center for a quick solid screen.
Ideal statement pieces for anchoring a corner of your home or an outbuilding, adding height to a property defining border, or elevating an existing fence. Plant a specimen among shorter and rounder evergreens for a patchwork of ever-green and contrast in textures for a unique year-round display. Wintergreen is perfect for the tops of hillsides and slopes to help with erosion and slow down the wind and rain runoff.
- Upright Columnar Evergreen
- Dense & Fluffy Growth & Texture
- Fast Growing!
- Bird Friendly, Wind & Drifting Snow Blockers
- Hedges, Privacy, Statement & Specimen
#ProPlantTips for Care:
This columnar form of the great American Arborvitae grows in full sun. Get the lushest growth and optimal health in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Adaptable to a wide range of moisture and conditions once established, these only need protection from deer browse and drying icy northern winds that can cause windburn. If you are in an area prone to drying winter winds, use an anti-desiccant and be sure to water your conifers very well all fall and throughout the winter as needed. Shear if desired in early spring before that first flush of new growth, but this compact growing tree really won't need it.
- Full Sun
- Moderate Moisture
- Appreciates Mulch & Winter Watering
- Prune Late Winter & Shear Early Spring
- Cold Hardy
Choose the fluffy columnar evergreen Wintergreen Arborvitae for high-end looking year-round beauty on a space-saving budget! Order this incredible new conifer from NatureHills.com for privacy in a hurry!
