Growing Information

Growing zone guide
Growing Zone Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7
Sunlight Medium to bright light
Type of Soil Slightly acidic to neutral
Mature Height 1 to 2 feet
Maintenance Level Low maintenance
Water Requirement High water needs (twice a week)

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Additional Information
Growth Rate

  • Slow to moderate, typically growing about 4 to 6 inches per year.
Colorful Leaves N/A
Flowering N/A
Bloom Color N/A
Ornamental Berries N/A
Disease resistant N/A
Cold Tolerant N/A
Heat Tolerant N/A
Drought Tolerant N/A
Deer Resistant N/A
Edible N/A
Wildlife Attraction

Teddy Arborvitae attracts various birds, providing them with shelter and a source of food through its small cones.

Self-pollinating N/A
Seasonality

This hardy shrub is evergreen, retaining its lush green color throughout the year. It experiences vigorous growth in spring and summer, adding fullness to your landscape.

Ideal For

Small gardens, containers, decorative borders, and low-maintenance landscapes. Add the Teddy Arborvitae to your garden for a touch of lush elegance!

Leaf Description

The leaves are soft, scale-like, and rich green, creating a plush, textured appearance. They maintain their color well throughout winter, often taking on a slight bronze hue.

Flower Description

The flowers are tiny, cone-like structures that blend with the foliage, appearing in clusters but lacking significant visual impact.

Pruning & Maintenance

Light pruning can be done to maintain shape and remove any dead or damaged branches. It’s best to prune in late winter or early spring before new growth starts.

Water Needs

  • Frequency: Water regularly during the first year for establishment, then weekly during dry spells.
  • Amount: Keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy.
Light Needs

This shrub thrives in full sun to partial shade, ideally receiving at least 4 to 6 hours of sunlight daily.

Harvesting

Not applicable, as this plant is primarily ornamental and not harvested for any products.

Fertilizing

Fertilize in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and vibrant foliage.

Additional Care Tips
  • Pests: Generally resistant to pests, though keep an eye out for common issues like spider mites and bagworms.
  • Diseases: Avoid root rot by ensuring the soil has good drainage.
Pollination

Teddy Arborvitae is wind-pollinated, producing small cones but not requiring specific pollinators.

Companion Plants N/A
Flowering and Seasonality

This hardy shrub is evergreen, retaining its lush green color throughout the year. It experiences vigorous growth in spring and summer, adding fullness to your landscape.

The flowers are tiny, cone-like structures that blend with the foliage, appearing in clusters but lacking significant visual impact.

Pet Friendly

Yes

Growing Zone
  • Zone 3
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7

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