The Original and Authentic
"American Pillar"

The space saving privacy tree
The space saving privacy tree

American Pillar Arborvitae

$169.95
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American Pillar Arborvitae makes a nice
full hedge at remarkable speed.

Space Saving Privacy TreeYour Medium-Sized Thuja Privacy Tree

Low Maintenance, High Impact: The American Pillar Advantage
Are you looking for a low-maintenance tree that delivers both beauty and functionality to your landscape? The American Pillar Arborvitae could be the perfect choice for you. This columnar evergreen offers a blend of elegance and ease, making it a top pick for any garden.

Why Plant American Pillar Arborvitae

The American Pillar arborvitae transforms your landscape with remarkable speed. Its narrow, columnar form fits tight spaces where traditional trees won't work—perfect for screening, privacy hedges, or creating vertical interest along property lines. Fast growth means you won't wait years for a nice full hedge. Hardy and low-maintenance, it thrives in most soil conditions and requires minimal pruning. Choose American Pillar when you want dramatic impact without the wait.

The Original and Authentic American Pillar arborvitae is the perfect addition to your yard for both privacy and elegance. One of its standout features is the evergreen foliage, ensuring a vibrant splash of color throughout the year, even during the chilliest months. Standing tall at heights of up to 20 feet, the 'American Pillar' Arborvitae is a privacy powerhouse.

Say goodbye to prying eyes and hello to a tranquil green barrier that provides the peace and quiet you've been longing for.

Caring for American Pillar Arborvitae

American Pillar arborvitae trees thrive with minimal care. Plant in full sun to partial shade and ensure well-draining soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish deep roots, then reduce frequency as the tree matures. This hardy evergreen adapts to most soil types and tolerates cold winters well. Pruning is rarely needed due to its naturally narrow, columnar shape. Light trimming in early spring maintains form if desired. Avoid heavy pruning, which can damage the tree's elegant silhouette. Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature.

Once established, American Pillar is drought-tolerant and requires little supplemental watering except during extended dry periods. Monitor for spider mites in hot, dry conditions—spray with water if needed. The tree's dense foliage naturally resists most pests and diseases. With proper initial establishment, American Pillar becomes a virtually carefree addition to your landscape, delivering years of privacy screening and vertical beauty.

tall narrow privacy tree
  • The Space Saving Privacy Tree
  • Grows 20-30 Ft. tall x 3-4 Ft. wide.
  • Hardy in Zones 3 to 8
  • Plant 3 1/2 to 4 feet on centers
  • Stat back 4 feet off property line

Gardeners love American Pillar Arborvitae for its space-saving columnar form—a tall, narrow silhouette that adds vertical interest without consuming much ground space.


Privacy Tree for Narrow Spaces

When to Plant?

  • Zones 3-4-5 Plant in Spring ONLY!
  • 6 - 7 - 8 - Plant Spring or Fall
  • Deep Watering 2 times weekly
  • DO NOT LET DRY OUT IN WINTER

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When you choose to purchase from Thuja Gardens, you can be confident that you are acquiring the finest quality trees available on the market. We do not source our products from other nurseries; instead, we cultivate the trees we offer, allowing us to maintain control over both quality and pricing. Our approach is traditional; we still respond to phone inquiries and strive to address your questions thoroughly.

Rest assured, the quality of our trees remains uncompromised despite our cost-effective rates.

The American Pillar arborvitae is the ultimate fast-growing, space-saving thuja tree.
It's fast growth rate is a game changer for the impatient homeowner.
For sale today at very reasonable prices.

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Overall rating: 4.928571 / 5 from 14 reviews.

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Third time buying these. The

"Third time buying these. The ones I bought in 2021 are over 15’ tall and all healthy."

Nicholas W. (5/5)

Very happy with the American

"Very happy with the American Pillar i purchased from thuja gardens. It was packed well and arrived in perfect condition and was amongst the largest I could find of this species with a great price as well!"

John M. (5/5)

We planted 20 American Pillar

"We planted 20 American Pillar arborvitae in May and they’ve already grown a couple feet! These are hard to find on Long Island but Thuja Gardens made delivery prompt and easy! Very happy we went with these trees!"

Ken R. (5/5)

The 12 trees arrived quickly

"The 12 trees arrived quickly and were in beautiful condition. We ordered the 5 ft sized ones and they look awesome planted in our yard."

Michelle B. (5/5)

Exceeded Expectations‘

"Pros: ✔ Excellent Packaging: Arrived very well packed and secure ✔ Healthy & Vibrant Plants: Trees were in gorgeous condition, clearly well-cared for before shipping. ✔ Exceeds Expectations: Compared to previous online tree purchases, these stood out in quality. ✔ Excited to Watch Them Grow! Final Thoughts: I’ve ordered trees online before, but these American Pillars are exceptional. The care taken in packaging and the health of the plants truly impressed me. Highly recommend—will definitely purchase again!"

Isabelle H. (5/5)

Couldn’t Be Happier

"I bought and planted 30 American Pillar Arborvitae from Thuja Gardens back in September (2024). It’s now June (2025). I live in Pennsylvania and we had a rough winter with some very cold temperatures. All 30 trees survived and are thriving. They were 4-5 feet tall when I bought them and they’ve all added about a foot of height already. I couldn’t be happier."

Rob (5/5)

These trees were great quality

"These trees were great quality and thicker, greener and overall more healthy than other online suppliers. I have since recommended this company to a number of neighbors too! Will buy trees from here again 👍🌲"

Andrew H. (5/5)

For three years, I’ve been

"For three years, I’ve been ordering trees, and each time I’m amazed by the fast shipping and the care taken in packaging. The trees arrive in consistently outstanding condition, all at an excellent price. The seller truly goes above and beyond for their customers, making the experience a great pleasure. I look forward to continuing to purchase more plants in the future!"

Steve (5/5)

Well I was a bit

"Well I was a bit shocked at the condition of the trees when I opened the boxes. Then someone from your company called me and explained the time of year thing. I will be ordering 2 more trees shortly"

John (5/5)

I love my American Pillar.

"I love my American Pillar. Planted them in May and they have already grown 2 feet! Amazing. Can't wait to see what happens when Spring rolls around. These trees have been everything I was told they would be and more. I highly recommend Thuja Gardens. Best purchase ever."

Anthony (5/5)

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