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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:
| Dimensions | 10 × 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 |
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.
