Thuja Whip It Good® arborvitae is a fresh alternative to boxwood and an improved version of the classic 'Whipcord'. With thread-like green foliage that's longer and more densely packed, this evergreen offers superior texture and a compact, globe-shaped habit that enhances borders, foundations, and containers. It maintains its appealing form without pruning and brings year-round structure to the landscape.
Developed by the University of Georgia, this Proven Winners® ColorChoice® Flowering Shrubs introduction grows 3 to 5 feet tall and wide. Its unique texture and naturally rounded shape make it a standout specimen or mass planting option. The fine, flowing foliage adds softness to designs while remaining tidy and uniform.
Cold hardy to USDA Zone 3 and tolerant of clay and alkaline soils, Whip It Good thrives in full sun to part shade and requires minimal care. Its evergreen foliage stays vibrant year-round, offering winter interest and visual contrast in every season. This native selection is both reliable and unexpected, delivering performance and ornamental value with ease.
| Genus | Thuja |
| Species | occidentalis |
| Variety | 'RutThu2' |
| ppaf | PP35,030 |
| Item Form | 1-Quart |
| Zone | 3 - 7 |
| Habit | Mound-shaped |
| Height | 5 ft |
| Width | 5 ft |
| Additional Characteristics | Easy Care Plants, Award Winner, Evergreen, Fall Color, Fast Growing |
| Foliage Color | Medium Green |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun, Part Shade |
| Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained, Dry |
| Resistance | Cold Hardy |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy, Clay |
| Uses | Beds, Containers, Fall Color, Border |
| Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: Canada, Guam, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands, Hawaii |
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