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Sherwood Moss Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Sherwood Moss'

Pronunciation: THOO-yuh ok-si-den-TAY-lis
SKU #01522
4-8

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OVERVIEW
Description This beautiful dwarf evergreen conifer grows into a low conical form reaching just four to six feet tall. A handsome, hardy main attraction for smaller gardens, useful as a low hedge or accent in front of larger shrubs or trees with dark green leaves. Soft bright green young foliage emerges continually and in winter takes on a bronze to purple hue.
Light Full sun, Partial sun
Watering Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
Blooms Conifer; prized for foliage.
Mature Size Grows 6 in. or less per year, eventually to 4-6 ft. tall, 3 ft. wide.
DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen Evergreen
Special Features Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Waterwise
Problems/Solutions Very Wet Areas
Growth Rate Moderate
STYLE
Landscape Use Border, Hedge
Design Ideas Plant a low, informal border hedge to divide parts of the garden or between properties where it will partition without blocking views. It also makes a fine accent in rock gardens or at the base of an arbor or gate.
Foliage Color Light Green
Companion Plants Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis)
CARE
Care Best in acidic to neutral soils with even moisture. Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Protect from harsh sun and winter winds and prolonged drought. Feed with a general purpose fertilizer before new growth begins in spring.

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