Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'™ PP19009 is a compact evergreen shrub celebrated for its vibrant foliage. The feathery, soft texture of its foliage emerges in a golden yellow-green hue during spring, maturing to orange-red tones in autumn, making it an ideal focal point in landscapes. This exceptionally neat and round plant offers low-maintenance beauty and is perfect as an accent tree or for use in hedges, mixed borders, or foundation plantings. Its dense habit provides year-round interest, delivering both structure and seasonal color in gardens.
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Water need: Moderate
- Growth rate: Slow to moderate
- Mature size (HxW): 4–5 ft x 4–5 ft
- Habit: Compact, globular
- Bloom/interest: Orange-red foliage in fall
- Hardiness zone: 5–8
- Soil tolerance: Well-drained, sandy to loamy soils
- Drought/heat tolerance: Moderate once established
