Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget'
Overview
Uses: Perennial, extreme cold-hardy, compact evergreen shrub. Perfect for patios, pots, and lawns!
Benefits: Provides stunning green color all year! Needs very little to no pruning! Tolerates clay, pollution, and walnut!
USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 7
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Life Cycle: Perennial
Mature Height: 3' - 4'
Mature Width: 4' - 5'
Bloom Season: Conifer (does not bloom)
Summary
A fun-sized arb that's as versatile as it is hardy!
Thuja occidentalis 'Hetz Midget'—commonly referred to as Hetz Midget American Arborvitae, and Hetz Midget Eastern Arborvitae—is a compact evergreen shrub that's popular for all the right reasons! Dense and colorful, it'll enhance spaces as an accent or specimen! Very similar to Tater Tot® Arborvitae, although about twice the size when fully mature and not quite as spherical.
Perfect along busy roadways and within urban areas, Hetz Midget Arborvitae is widely known for its pollution tolerance!
Maintains shape without pruning.
Very hardy and durable in the landscape.
Excellent four-season interest!
Native to North America.
Care
Compact Arborvitae Care
Provide full sun to partial shade. Too much shade will cause growth issues.
Fertilization is suggested, especially if soil is poor. Our slow release fertilizer is a great option.
Naturally grows in a tight, global shape. New growth may be trimmed to shape in late spring, following plant’s natural habit. Keep well-watered after trimming to prevent browning of edges. Do not trim back too hard or cut into thick stems, as a slow recovery will result.
Water regularly, especially after planting prior to establishment. Attempt to keep soil moist but not wet. Mulching over the root zone will aid in ground moisture retention.
This arborvitae prefers soil that is well draining.
Space 5' apart at a minimum.
Size
Size of Compact Arborvitae for Sale Online
The Hetz Midget Arborvitae that we sell online will ship in a greenhouse grade grow pot. Each plant will be appropriately sized for its pot. Please contact us with any specific questions.
Size of Compact Arborvitae When Mature
Hetz Midget Arborvitae will reach mature heights of 3' - 4' and mature widths of 4' - 5'.
Additional Information
What are the common names of Thuja occidentalis
