- Zones 5 - 8
- Height 3 - 5 Feet
- Spread 3 - 4 Feet
- Partial Shade to Full Sun
Fire Chief Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis ‘Congabe’) stands out with its showy, changing foliage: fresh yellow-green in spring, developing coppery accents in summer, and intensifying into fiery red during colder months. It grows slowly to a rounded form of around 3 to 5 feet, making it perfect for tight spaces or as an eye-catching accent. The compact, globe-like habit stays neat without much pruning, and its evergreen nature keeps your landscape lively all year. Known for cold hardiness and low upkeep, it suits everything from container gardens to mixed borders.
A living Fire Chief Arborvitae offers many upsides over artificial décor. It can adorn your indoor space throughout the holiday season, radiating natural color and a pleasing evergreen scent. There’s no plastic waste, and when winter draws to a close, you can move this diminutive showstopper outdoors instead of discarding it. That means more value and an ongoing source of garden interest far beyond the holidays.
Holiday Fire Chief Arborvitae Care
From January to early spring, position your arborvitae near a window where it can get several hours of indirect sun each day. Water moderately, allowing the top inch of soil to dry slightly before re-watering. If indoor air is extremely dry, consider a humidifier or light misting to prevent needle browning.
Once frost danger passes, gradually accustom the shrub to outdoor conditions by placing it outside a few hours a day. Then, plant your Fire Chief Arborvitae in well-drained soil that receives at least half a day of sun, ideally with some protection from scorching afternoon rays. Space additional plants about 2 to 4 feet apart if forming a low hedge. With regular watering and occasional light fertilizing, this globe-shaped evergreen will continue delighting you all year long.
Holiday Fire Chief Arborvitae Plant Facts
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8 |
| Flower Color(s): n/a |
| Bloom Period: Grown for Foliage |
| Foliage Color(s): Bright Golden to Orange/Red |
| Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun |
| Height: 2-4 Feet |
| Spread: 2-4 Feet |
| Habit: Rounded Compact |
| Watering: Medium |
| Features: Interest Year-Round |
| Scientific Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Congabe' PP19009 |
| Common Name: Fire Chief™ Arborvitae |
| Brand: Southern Living Plants |
- SKU:
- FRCHARB-Holiday
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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Planter Warranty
All of our planters are commercial grade and come with a 10 year warranty against cracks and fades. Crescent Garden will replace any Crescent polyethylene rotational molded item if it cracks or fades due to defective workmanship and during the first 10 years from the date of purchase. Customer is responsible for all shipping and handling charges. Should any product fail to comply with this warranty within 10 years, Crescent shall upon written notification replace the defective planter then closest current model, FOB Crescent's closest distribution facility.Plant Shipping
Below are some factors we consider when determining when to ship the plants depending on the timing of the order.
Winter to Early Spring
We ship only when it's warm enough to plant in your growing zone.
Sometimes plants aren't completely ready to sell and ship in early spring. We will wait until the plants are ready before shipping so you don't get a subpar product.
For Southern plants we will be able to ship much earlier than plants coming from our northern nursery.
Summer
If there is extreme heat we may delay shipping for a week or several weeks.
We review what areas the plants are traveling through as well as your location.
Fall into Winter
We’ll ship plants out all the way up to the end of the fall planting season!
Winter
Get your order in early to reserve your plants for Spring planting!
Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an automated email with tracking information.
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Planter Shipping
Standard Colors: 2-3 business days
Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice
Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations
