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Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'Little Giant'
Pronunciation: THOO-yuh ok-si-den-TAY-lis
SKU #07287
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Slowly reaches 4 ft. tall and wide.
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| Description | This small, globe-shaped, evergreen shrub is a very versatile and useful plant, noted for holding its color well, even through the winter months. The rich green foliage and small form make this a wonderful foundation plant, specimen, or hedge. |
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| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
| Design Ideas | The neat round shape of this evergreen makes it easy to use in the garden as a single accent at the corner of the house, bottom of the drive or on either side of the front door. It can also be used to good effect in mixed plantings, as it has a substantial, though small, presence. |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis) |
| Care Instructions | 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. May be pruned annually to shape. |
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| Description | This small, globe-shaped, evergreen shrub is a very versatile and useful plant, noted for holding its color well, even through the winter months. The rich green foliage and small form make this a wonderful foundation plant, specimen, or hedge. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Conifer; prized for foliage. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Coastal Exposure, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Hedge |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | The neat round shape of this evergreen makes it easy to use in the garden as a single accent at the corner of the house, bottom of the drive or on either side of the front door. It can also be used to good effect in mixed plantings, as it has a substantial, though small, presence. |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis) |
Care
| Care Instructions | 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. May be pruned annually to shape. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae produce flowers?
Conifer; prized for foliage.
Is Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae evergreen or deciduous?
Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae?
Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae is Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae resistant to pests or animals?
Coastal Exposure, Very Wet Areas
How fast does Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae grow?
Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae has a Slow growth rate.
What is the growth habit of Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae?
Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae grows in an Rounded habit.
Where can I use Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae in my landscape?
Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae is suitable for: Border, Container, Hedge.
How can I use Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae in my garden design?
The neat round shape of this evergreen makes it easy to use in the garden as a single accent at the corner of the house, bottom of the drive or on either side of the front door. It can also be used to good effect in mixed plantings, as it has a substantial, though small, presence.
What color is the foliage of Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae?
Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae?
Good companion plants for Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae include: Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Rose (Rosa); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Daylily (Hemerocallis).
How do I care for Little Giant Dwarf Arborvitae?
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. May be pruned annually to shape.
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