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Fire Chief Globe American Arborvitae-Vibrant Foliage for Year-Round Color 2 Gallon

Fire Chief Globe American Arborvitae-Vibrant Foliage for Year-Round Color 2 Gallon

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Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief' Information Page
Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'

Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'

Description

The 'Fire Chief' Globe American Arborvitae is a compact, globe-shaped evergreen shrub known for its vibrant foliage that transitions from bright green to a fiery red-orange in the fall. This slow-growing conifer is perfect for adding year-round color and texture to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for use in rock gardens, as a low hedge, or as a focal point in mixed borders. Its compact size makes it suitable for container gardening and small urban gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'
  • Common Name Common Name: Fire Chief' Globe American Arborvitae
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: Reaches 3-4 feet in height and width
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: No
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Non-toxic
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: No
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Other dwarf conifers, ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground surface
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy, loamy soil with good drainage
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates average humidity levels
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly to maintain shape; avoid cutting into old wood
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Same depth as the nursery container
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from harsh winds to prevent winter burn
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