Cedar 'Full Speed A Hedge®'

J.C. Bakker Nurseries

$39.99
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Experience the ultimate fast-track to privacy with the "Full Speed A Hedge" Arborvitae. This "one-in-a-million" botanical discovery features a lush, dense canopy of bright emerald-green foliage that retains its rich colour year-round without the winter bronzing seen in other varieties. Its ultra-narrow, columnar silhouette provides a crisp, polished look that fits perfectly into tight property lines and urban yards, creating a sophisticated "living wall" that looks professionally manicured even without pruning.

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Plant Details

Mature Size:

20' H x 4' W

Zone:

3-8

Watering:

Medium

Foliage Type:

Evergreen

Growth Rate:

Very Fast

Light:

Full Sun/Part Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

American Pillar Arborvitae, Full Speed A Hedge®, Eastern White Cedar

Scientific Name:

Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar'

Type:

Fast-Growing Ornamental Evergreen Hedge.

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 15–20 feet tall (can reach 30 feet) with a 3–5 foot spread.
  • Growth Habit / Form: Columnar, tall, and narrow.
  • Growth Rate: Very Fast; typically 3+ feet per year once established.
  • Longevity: Approx. 30–50 years.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
  • Soil Preferences: Highly adaptable; thrives in moist, well-drained loamy soils.
  • Soil Tolerance: Tolerates clay, sandy, and varied pH soils.
  • Watering: Regular watering in summer for best performance; avoid waterlogged sites.

Special Features:

Disease Resistant; Heat & Cold Tolerant; Urban Tough; Space Saving; Drought Resistant once established.

Care Guide

Ornamental & Landscape Value

Seasonal Interest:

  • Bloom: Not ornamentally significant.
  • Evergreen Interest: Maintains a vibrant, lush green colour through all four seasons.
  • Bark: Reddish-brown and relatively smooth, becoming textured with age.

Garden Value:

The gold standard for quick-growing privacy screens, windbreaks, and formal hedges in narrow spaces.

Wildlife & Human Value:

  • Wildlife Value: Provides essential year-round cover and nesting sites for songbirds.
  • Human Value: Provides instant privacy and noise reduction; ideal for blocking unsightly views without taking up valuable yard space.

Planting & Care Guide

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Early spring or fall.
  • Spacing: Plant 2.5–3 feet apart for a solid privacy screen.
  • Location Tips: Suitable for planting under power lines due to its moderate height.

Care:

  • Light Requirements: Best in full sun (at least 6 hours) but will accept partial shade.
  • Moisture Requirements: Water regularly, especially during the first two growing seasons; established plants have good heat and drought tolerance.
  • Maintenance: Minimal to none; its natural columnar habit requires no pruning to maintain its tight shape.
  • Fertilization: Apply a slow-release, balanced fertilizer in early spring.

Tolerances:

Heat, cold, wind, drought (once established), and urban pollution.

Tips For Success:

Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch to retain moisture and insulate roots. Deep watering before the ground freezes in autumn helps prevent winter browning.

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