Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Sunkist'
Brand: Pépinière.ca
Availability: InStock

Latin name

Thuja occidentalis 'Sunkist'

Common name

Golden Western Thuja 'Sunkist'

Type

Ornamental conifer

Family

Cupressaceae

Thuja occidentalis ‘Sunkist’, commonly known as ‘Sunkist’ American arborvitae, is an evergreen conifer with a broad, dense pyramidal habit, prized for its luminous golden foliage. Its flattened branches, a vibrant golden yellow in spring, maintain a warm golden-green hue in summer, sometimes taking on a bronze tint in winter. Its moderate growth and naturally regular silhouette make it an excellent choice for colorful hedges, privacy screens, or specimen plantings. Thuja occidentalis ‘Sunkist’ prefers cool, well-drained soil and tolerates various soil types, provided they are not waterlogged. Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds a lasting touch of brightness to cold-climate landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone

Zone 3

Exposure

Sun to partial shade

Watering

Moderate, keep the soil cool and well-drained

Fertilization

Compost in spring if necessary

Soil type

Cool, well-drained, tolerates ordinary soil

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Blooming period

Spring

Flower color

Not applicable

Fruiting

Small, discrete light brown cones

Foliage color

Golden yellow turning golden green

Foliage type

Persistent

Shape

Dense pyramidal

Height

10 ft (3 m)

Width

4.9 ft (1.5 m)

Growth rate

Moderate

Pets

The availability of our plants varies depending on arrivals, seasons, nursery production and supplier availability. Some varieties may be offered for a limited time only, depending on their natural cycle or current stock. These plant profiles are designed to guide and inspire you when choosing plants for the garden, landscaping projects, containers or long-lasting outdoor arrangements.