Thuja occidentalis 'Tom Thumb'
Overall Description
This
arborvitae variety is semi dwarf, and globe shaped in habit. Foliage is
very dense, and consists of nice green sprays which hold their color
very well through the winter - minimal bronzing, if any, in cold
weather. Makes a great little accent plant, or can even be used as a
lower growing hedge when planted about 2 feet apart. Tom Thumb
Arborvitae grows just slightly larger than Danica Globe or Hetzi
Midget, but is smaller than Woodwardi Globe. Very hardy - excellent
disease resistance and vigor for a semi dwarf variety. Probably our favorite among the dwarf / semi-dwarf Arborvitae varieties we grow. Just a good, all around variety.
Plant Facts & Specifications
Mature Height: 2 1/2 - 4 ft
Mature Width: 3 - 3 1/2 ft.
Growth rate: Moderate ( 4"- 8" avg per yr )
Hardiness Zones: 5-9 ( if unsure of your zone, please use zone finder below )
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Average to slightly sandy - well drained. Mulching recommended.
Foliage Color & Texture: Good bright clear medium green color all year long. Little, if any, bronzing / discoloration observed here at our nursery year after year. Classic thuja type foliage is very dense, requires no pruning to maintain shape.
Flower, Cone, Or Berry Facts: N/A
Diseases / Insects: Bagworms and spider mites would be the most common problems seen with this variety......but we have yet to have any such problems with this variety. Very hardy!!
Fertilization / Feeding: Either
water soluble ( Miracle Gro, or equivalent ), or granular ( Holly Tone
is excellent ). Other granular types with 6-12-12, or 10-10-10 ratio is
acceptable. Best to fertilize in early spring, and again in mid fall -
avoid feeding during hot summer months, and directly after
transplanting.
