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Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'-Globe American Arborvitae-Compact evergreen shrub with vibrant foliage 1 Gallon

Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'-Globe American Arborvitae-Compact evergreen shrub with vibrant foliage 1 Gallon

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Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'

Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'

Description

Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief' is a compact, globe-shaped evergreen shrub known for its vibrant foliage that transitions from a bright golden hue in the spring to a rich, fiery red in the fall. This plant is perfect for adding year-round color and texture to gardens and landscapes.

Suggested Uses

This versatile plant is ideal for use as a specimen plant, in mixed borders, or as a low hedge. Its compact size makes it suitable for small gardens, and it can also be grown in containers on patios or balconies.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Fire Chief'
  • Common Name Common Name: Fire Chief' Globe American Arborvitae
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 5-8
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Evergreen
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Non-flowering
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • 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 to pets
  • 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 soil surface.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers sandy, loamy, or clay soils.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly to maintain shape in early spring.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch around the base to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from harsh winds to prevent winter burn.
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