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Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon'

Also Known As

  • Little Simon Eastern Arborvitae

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon' plant details

Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: cupressaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Little Simon is a dwarf selection of Emerald Green Arborvitae. It boasts lovely year-round green color, dense growth, and a small size when mature. It grows about 3” per year and is easy to maintain. Little Simon is a good replacement for low boxwood hedges that have been infected with Boxwood Blight.

Gardening facts about Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon' plant

How to Grow Thuja occidentalis 'Little Simon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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