Thuja occidentalis Fire Chief™

Thuja occidentalis ‘Fire Chief’ FE® (Fire Chief Emerald® Arborvitae) is a compact, globe-shaped evergreen prized for its fiery red-bronze new growth that matures to rich emerald green. Ideal for rock gardens, container displays or foundation plantings, it brings year-round colour and texture to small spaces. Thriving in full sun to part shade in well-drained soil, it’s low-maintenance, deer-resistant and hardy in Canadian zones 2–7.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Thuja occidentalis ‘Fire Chief’ FE®
• Common name: Fire Chief Emerald® Arborvitae
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 2–7
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Well-drained; tolerates clay, loam or sandy soils
• Height: 0.6–1 m (2–3 ft)
• Width: 0.6–1 m (2–3 ft)
• Foliage: Bright red-bronze new growth maturing to emerald green
• Maintenance: Low; minimal pruning needed to maintain shape
• Advantages: Dwarf, non-suckering habit; striking year-round colour; perfect for small gardens and containers; deer-resistant