Thuja occidentalis Yellow Ribbon

Thuja occidentalis ‘Yellow Ribbon’ is a bright golden arborvitae selected for its improved winter color and refined, upright habit. Developed as an enhancement of older golden forms, this cultivar holds its yellow tones better through cold weather, avoiding the bronzing common in many selections. Dense, flattened sprays of foliage create a narrow pyramidal shape that stays tidy with minimal pruning. It grows best in full sun to partial shade with evenly moist, well-drained soil and has a moderate growth rate. Hardy in USDA Zones 3–7, it typically reaches 10–15 feet tall and is well suited for screens, hedges, and vertical accents where reliable color is desired year-round.