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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetzi Midget'-Compact Evergreen Shrub 1 Gallon

Thuja occidentalis 'Hetzi Midget'-Compact Evergreen Shrub 1 Gallon

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Thuja occidentalis 'Hetzi Midget'

Thuja occidentalis 'Hetzi Midget'

Description

The 'Hetzi Midget' is a compact, dwarf variety of American Arborvitae, known for its dense, globe-shaped form and rich green foliage. This evergreen shrub is perfect for small gardens, borders, or as a low hedge, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for foundation plantings, rock gardens, or as an accent in mixed borders. Its compact size makes it suitable for container gardening as well.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Hetzi Midget'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Hetzi Midget' American Arborvitae
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 3-4 feet tall and wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 3-7
  • 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, heathers, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, ensuring the root ball is level with the ground.
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry spells.
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils with good drainage.
  • Humidity Humidity: Tolerates a range of humidity levels.
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Minimal pruning required; trim to maintain shape in early spring.
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates.
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery container.
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer.
  • Special Care Special Care: Monitor for spider mites and bagworms; treat as necessary.
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