Highlights Arborvitae

Highlights Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Janed Gold')

Highlights Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Janed Gold') is a colorful, upright evergreen known for its brilliant golden-yellow foliage and dense pyramidal form. Also called Janed Gold Arborvitae, this selection brings vivid contrast and four-season structure to hedges, screens, and mixed borders.

Distinctive Features

This cultivar reaches 8 to 12 feet tall and 3 to 4 feet wide, forming a tight column of feathery, golden sprays that hold color well through winter. Its bright yellow tones resist sun scorch and remain vibrant in full sun, making it one of the most consistently colorful golden arborvitaes available.

Growing Conditions

• Sun Exposure: Full sun
• Soil Type: Moist, well-drained soil
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
• Water Needs: Moderate; water deeply during dry spells
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 to 7

Ideal Uses

• Focal point in colorful garden compositions
• Bright accent in evergreen screens or hedges
• Vertical element in foundation plantings
• Contrast plant in mixed borders or conifer gardens
• Specimen for winter interest in formal layouts

Low Maintenance Care

• Water consistently until established
• Mulch to regulate soil temperature and moisture
• Prune lightly to maintain shape if needed
• Fertilize in early spring to promote healthy color
• Protect from drying winter winds in exposed areas

Why Choose Highlights Arborvitae

• Vivid golden foliage for year-round brightness
• Narrow, upright form fits tight spaces with height
• Excellent cold hardiness and reliable color retention
• Low-maintenance structure with formal appeal
• A standout focal point in golden-toned or evergreen landscapes

Highlights Arborvitae adds structure and luminous color to any landscape, serving as a dependable and striking focal point in both traditional and modern designs.