Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar' (Full Speed A Hedge® Arborvitae)
Fast-Growing Privacy for Tight Spaces
Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar', commonly known as Full Speed A Hedge® Arborvitae, is a fast-growing evergreen prized for its dense foliage, narrow form, and exceptional screening ability. Growing up to 3 feet per year under ideal conditions, it quickly creates a lush, year-round privacy hedge without taking up valuable yard space.
Key Features
- Fast-growing evergreen privacy screen
- Narrow, columnar habit ideal for smaller landscapes
- Rich green foliage retains color throughout winter
- Dense growth provides excellent screening and wind protection
- Low-maintenance and easy to grow
- More tolerant of heat and humidity than many arborvitae varieties
Plant Specifications
Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'American Pillar'
Common Name: Full Speed A Hedge® Arborvitae
Mature Height: 25–30 feet
Mature Width: 4–5 feet
Growth Rate: Fast (up to 3 feet annually)
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness Zones: 3–8
Landscape Uses
Perfect for:
- Privacy screens
- Living fences
- Property boundaries
- Windbreaks
- Poolside screening
- Narrow side yards
- Foundation and accent plantings
Care & Maintenance
Plant in a location with at least six hours of sunlight daily for best growth and density. Water regularly during establishment and mulch around the root zone to help conserve moisture. Minimal pruning is required, though light shaping can be done as needed.
Why Choose American Pillar Arborvitae?
Unlike many screening evergreens that become excessively wide, American Pillar stays remarkably narrow while growing tall and dense. Its combination of rapid growth, year-round beauty, and space-saving form makes it one of the most effective privacy trees available for residential landscapes.