Danica Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'Danica'
SKU
07294
A versatile, dwarf, globe-shaped conifer featuring bright emerald green foliage that turns blue-green in winter. Smaller even than the popular Hetz Midget Arborvitae, Danica is an excellent choice for borders, foundation plantings, or low hedges. Evergreen.
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Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
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- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
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- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
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| Botanical Pronunciation | THOO-yuh ok-si-den-TAY-lis |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 2 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Design Ideas | Plant a low, informal hedge of this evergreen to divide parts of the garden or between properties where it will partition without blocking views. It also makes a fine accent at the base of an arbor or gate. |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Round |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge, Mass Planting, Rock Garden, Wildlife Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | All-Purpose Plant Food |
| Special Feature | Dwarf Plant, Extreme Cold Hardiness, North American Native Selection, Year-round Interest, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers. |
| Companion Plants | Maiden Grass (Miscanthus); Juniper (Juniperus); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Barberry (Berberis); Lilac (Syringa) |
Thrives in enriched, evenly moist, loamy, well-drained soils; dislikes dry conditions. Provide afternoon shade in hot summer regions and protect from harsh winds. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize in early spring. Prune lightly, only as needed to shape.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8
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