Hardiness
Zone 3
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Cedar 'Yellow Ribbon'
FamilyCupressaceae
Thuja occidentalis ‘Yellow Ribbon’ is a narrow, bright Western cedar, appreciated for its persistent golden foliage and columnar silhouette. This conifer develops a naturally pyramidal shape that is taller than it is wide, ideal for structured hedges, privacy screens, and vertical plantings in residential landscaping. Its golden yellow foliage in spring and summer maintains a beautiful intensity, sometimes taking on a slight coppery hue in winter. Dense and well-branched, it offers excellent screening power while remaining narrower than traditional thujas. Very hardy and adaptable, Thuja occidentalis ‘Yellow Ribbon’ prefers well-drained soil and a sunny exposure to maximize foliage coloration. It is a reliable choice for bringing verticality, structure, and brilliance to Nordic gardens.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer in spring. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Not recommended – use Bionik rooter or bone meal.
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodNot significant
Flower colorNon-ornamental
Foliage colorGolden yellow
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, discrete light brown cones
Maximum height2.5 to 3 m (8 to 10 feet)
Maximum width1.2 m (4 feet)
Growth rateaverage
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature'-40°C
