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‘Teddy’

Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis

'Teddy'

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  • Dwarf
  • Evergreen
  • Hardy
Description

Teddy bear arborvitae is a huggable dwarf globe with soft juvenile foliage. It is very popular is Europe, and adds soft year-round texture to the garden. May take on a bronze cast in winter.

USDA Zone
3 - 7 (-40°F/-40°C)
Exposure
Full sun, Part sun
Height
1 - 2'
Width
1 - 2'
Finish Time
1.5 seasons
Type
Evergreen
Flower Color
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Adaptable in terms of pH; best growth is in moderately moist, cool, fertile soils.

Pruning

Does not strictly require pruning, though it does tolerate it well. Prune in spring before new growth begins.

Uses

Mixed borders; foundation plantings; rock gardens; specimen.

Growing Tips

Tolerates heat and drought once established. Keep watered after pruning to minimize browning; this is also an effective strategy to minimize winter damage to foliage in cold areas.