Cheer Drops® Arborvitae

Tired of all of the same choices among evergreens? Cheer Drops arborvitae brings new energy to the market! It naturally grows with a droplet-like shape that works well in gardens and landscapes, as well as for windbreaks and hedges. It needs no pruning to keep this handsome form, and grows well in sun or part shade.

Top reasons to grow Cheer Drops arborvitae:

  • Unique teardrop-like shape
  • Versatile habit
  • Lush coral-like foliage

Additional information

Dimensions10 × 10 ft
Botanical Name

Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTDGT' PP#33,286 ; CBRAF

Zone

3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Foliage Color

Green

Height

10-18'

Width/Spread

5-7'

Exposure

Full Sun, Part Shade

Soil

Average, Moist, Well-drained

Uses

Borders, Foundations, Mass Planting, Specimen

Features

Alkaline soil, Clay soil, Compact, Evergreen, Native, Tree, Winter Interest

Breeder

Tim Wood, Grand Haven, Michigan

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Plant Care

Light: Full sun (6+ hrs/day) to part sun (4-6 hrs/day)

Soil: Any average soil will do, provided it is well-drained

Water: Average water needs

Fertilizing: Fertilize once in early spring using a granular (not liquid) rose fertilizer, if desired.

Pruning: Little to no pruning needed.