Thuja Plicata Atrovirens 140/150cm 25 Litre Pot

Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens'

Fast-growing, aromatic evergreen for tall, dense hedging

Thuja plicata 'Atrovirens' is a robust and elegant conifer, ideal for creating tall, formal hedges with year-round privacy. With its glossy, deep green foliage and rich cedar scent when cut, it offers a more refined alternative to Leylandii.

This variety is fast-growing yet responds extremely well to trimming, producing thick, bushy growth from top to base. It's an excellent choice for large boundary screens, windbreaks, and noise barriers. Unlike many fast growers, ‘Atrovirens’ retains its colour even in winter and is highly adaptable to different soil types.

Key Features:

• Dense, fast-growing evergreen conifer

• Rich green foliage with a pleasant cedar fragrance

• Excellent for tall hedging, windbreaks, or screening

• Retains colour in winter; trims beautifully

• Hardy and reliable in most UK conditions

Growing Conditions:

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Moist, well-drained; tolerates most soils including clay

• Hardiness: Fully hardy across the UK

• Maintenance: Prune once or twice annually to control size and shape

Ultimate Height & Spread (unpruned):

• Height: 10–15m

• Spread: 3–5m

• Growth rate: 60–75cm per year

• Can be easily maintained at 2–5m for hedging

Thuja 'Atrovirens' is a handsome, aromatic hedging conifer—perfect for gardeners who want the speed of Leylandii with a touch more grace.