The #3 Globe Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Golden Globe') is a compact, globe-shaped evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant golden-yellow foliage. Sold in a #3 (3-gallon) container, this dwarf conifer naturally maintains its rounded form without pruning, making it one of the easiest ornamental shrubs to care for in the landscape.

Mature size reaches 2 to 4 feet in both height and width, making it an ideal choice for foundation plantings, rock gardens, front borders, and container gardening. The dense, golden-yellow scale-like foliage retains its color through all four seasons, providing striking year-round interest and a warm accent when planted alongside traditional green evergreens.

Hardy in USDA zones 2 through 8, this arborvitae thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts to a wide range of soil types including clay, loam, and sandy soils as long as drainage is adequate. It prefers consistently moist, slightly acidic to neutral soil and benefits from regular watering until established. A balanced slow-release fertilizer applied in early spring supports healthy growth. Little to no pruning is required to preserve the signature globe shape. With a lifespan of up to 30 years, the Golden Globe Arborvitae is a long-lasting landscape investment that also provides nesting sites and winter shelter for songbirds. Generally considered non-toxic to humans and animals, though deer and rabbits may occasionally browse the foliage in areas where these animals are prevalent.