{"product_id":"forever-goldy","title":"Forever Goldy","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pageSummary\" class=\"layoutA\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"60\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThuja plicata ‘Forever Goldy’ \u003c\/strong\u003eis a striking evergreen known for its bright golden foliage that holds its color year-round. With a naturally upright, pyramidal growth habit, it typically grows 12–15 feet tall and 3–5 feet wide, making it an excellent choice for privacy screens, accent plantings, and colorful hedges. Unlike many golden evergreens that fade, Forever Goldy maintains its vibrant color through all seasons, adding warmth and contrast to the landscape. It performs best in full sun with well-drained soil and requires minimal maintenance once established, making it a dependable and eye-catching addition to residential or commercial landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore About\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThuja plicata ‘Forever Goldy'\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy, evergreen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate to fast growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage is a bright golden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLow maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrivacy screen, border, accent tree, foundation planting, backdrop for flowering shrubs and perennials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGrowing and Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlant in\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efull sun to partial shade. At least 6 hours of sun per day will produce the densest growth. Prefers well-drained soil. Arborvitae do not like standing water, so avoid low areas where water collects. If soil is heavy clay, loosen the soil around the planting hole to improve drainage. Dig a hole 2–3 times wider than the root ball but no deeper than the root ball height. The top of the root ball should sit slightly above the surrounding soil to prevent settling and root rot. Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Keep mulch a few inches away from the trunk. In windy areas, winter burn can occur. Keeping plants well-watered in fall and using mulch helps protect roots through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor the first month after planting, water your tree every other day with a generous soak with the hose at the base of the tree. For the next 6 months, water the same way once a week unless it is dry and hot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeed your arborvitae at the beginning of each spring with a balanced, slow release fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If your tree has space to maintain its naturally elegant pyramid shape, no pruning is necessary. However, if you are growing them closely together as a hedge, you can shear them annually after the last frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 12-15 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-5 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 4-5 (for privacy fence)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThuja occidentalis 'Nigra'\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCharacteristics\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/span\u003e: Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCritter Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e: moderate deer resistant, young plants are most vulnerable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSoil Moisture\u003c\/span\u003e: Average Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAttributes\u003c\/span\u003e: Specimen, Drought Tolerant, Mass Planting, Cold Tolerant, Great Foliage, Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFoliage Color\u003c\/span\u003e: Golden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHabit\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eUpright pyramidal\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":48970315628784,"sku":"Forever Goldy","price":35.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5680\/9200\/files\/arborvitae-berkmans-gold_thumbnail.jpg?v=1773169705","url":"https:\/\/hunterdontree.com\/products\/forever-goldy","provider":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}