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Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball'

Also Known As

  • Tsuga sieboldii 'Greenball'
  • Greenball Japanese Hemlock

Plant type

shrub, conifer

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 30"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball' plant details

Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball' is a slow-growing evergreen conifer shrub with green foliage. Grows well with mostly sun - bright shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball'

Plant type: conifer shrub
Plant family: pinaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 30 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Uses: container plant, rare, rock garden, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A choice selection of T. sieboldii, when not many are available in this country. Bright, mid-green new growth in spring matures to a very dark green. Slow growing into a round or near round ball. Sieboldii is native to the forests of southern Japan.

Gardening facts about Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball' plant

How to Grow Tsuga sieboldii 'Green Ball'

  • Sun Exposure

    • mostly sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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