Hetzi Midget Arborvitae/Thuja

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GOOD GREEN COLOR - GREAT CHOICE FOR SMALL SPACES AND CONTAINER GROWING

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*Average Plant Shipping Size: 5"-6" tall

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OUR PRICE : $5.95

PRODUCT CODE: ARBHET1

PLANT DESCRIPTIONS & FACTS

Thuja occidentalis 'Hetzi Midget'

Overall Description

This cute little arborvitae is perfect for spaces that are limited on space. Has nice dark green foliage with a neat, dense , compact growth habit. Very slow growing - in some cases only about 2-4 inches per year. Keeps its shape without trimming or pruning. Can be used solo as an accent to your landscape, or planted closely together as a sort of "mini" hedge, or border. Also is a great choice for container planting, for use in patio gardens, as well as along walkways, paths, or foreground plantings. Truly an all-purpose little shrub selection!!

Plant Facts & Specifications

Mature Height: 2 - 2 1/2 ft

Mature Width: 2 - 2 1/2 ft

Growth rate: Slow ( 2"-5" avg per yr )

Hardiness Zones: 4 - 9 ( if unsure of your zone, please use zone finder below - or check out our Hardiness Zone Map & Information Page )

Sun Exposure: Full to partial sun

Soil Preference: Average to slightly sandy - well drained

Foliage Color & Texture: Evergreen - Very dark green foliage - fanlike in appearance. Little, if any, discoloration / bronzing in winter months.

Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: Cones - Very small 1/4 " long cones are common on older specimens. Cones start as a pale green color, ripening to a rich mahogany brown in fall.

Diseases / Insects: Bagworms, spider mites, and canker ( Seiridium spp. ) are the most common problems seen with this variety. But this variety has shown itself to be extremely resistant.

Recommended Spacing: 3 - 3 1/2 ft apart for border plantings where slight gap is desired between individual specimens.

Deer Resistance Rating: Lowest Resistance [ 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 - 7 - 8 - 9 - 10 ] Highest Resistance

Fertilization / Feeding: For maximum health & hardiness, we highly recommend POOPeas for use with all of evergreen species. However, either water soluble ( Miracle Gro, or equivalent ), or granular fertilizers ( Holly Tone is excellent ) are also good options. Most any granular fertilizers with a 6-12-12, or 10-10-10 ratio are also acceptable. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall - avoid feeding standard chemical fertilizers during hot summer months, and directly after transplanting. POOPeas may be used at anytime.

Additional Features & Characteristics:

Great For Container Gardnening: Hetzi Midget Arborvitae makes an excellent choice for container / patio gardening due to its very small mature size, slow growth, and non aggressive root system.

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