5 Little Giant Arborvitae Plants – Thuja occidentalis – Bare Root Evergreen Shrub – Outdoor

Overview

Transform your garden with this offering of 5 Little Giant Arborvitae plants. These charming, slow-growing evergreens, scientifically known as Thuja occidentalis ‘Little Giant’, are celebrated for their naturally tidy, globe-shaped form, making them an excellent choice for a variety of landscape designs. Perfect for creating a formal look, defining pathways, or adding evergreen structure to smaller garden beds, the Little Giant Arborvitae maintains a compact size, typically reaching 4-6 feet tall and wide at maturity. Shipped as Thuja occidentalis bare root specimens, these starter plants are ready to establish quickly in their new home, providing immediate visual impact and long-term beauty for years to come.

Key Benefits

Investing in Little Giant Arborvitae plants brings a multitude of advantages to any outdoor space. Their unique characteristics make them a favored choice among gardeners seeking both beauty and practicality.

• Compact & Manageable Growth: These arborvitae naturally grow into a perfect globe shape, requiring minimal pruning to maintain their neat appearance. This makes them ideal for small gardens, urban landscapes, or formal designs where space is a consideration.
• Year-Round Evergreen Appeal: Enjoy vibrant green foliage throughout all seasons. The dense, rich green needles provide continuous color and texture, serving as an excellent backdrop or focal point even in winter when other plants are dormant.
• Low Maintenance & Easy Care: Once established, the globe evergreen shrub is remarkably self-sufficient. It tolerates various soil types and pH levels, and its slow growth rate means less frequent trimming, freeing up your time for other gardening tasks.
• Deer Resistant Once Established: A significant advantage for gardeners in areas prone to deer browsing, these plants develop a natural resistance to deer once they are mature, helping to protect your landscape investment.
• Versatile Landscape Use: Whether used as a specimen plant, in mass plantings, for low hedging, or in container gardening, the ‘Little Giant’ arborvitae adapts beautifully. Its tidy form complements both contemporary and traditional garden styles.
• Durable & Adaptable: This variety thrives in a range of conditions from full sun to partial shade, demonstrating resilience and adaptability to different environmental settings, ensuring successful growth in various garden spots.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Caring for your Little Giant Arborvitae plants is straightforward, ensuring they flourish and maintain their attractive form. These hardy evergreens are known for their resilience, but providing optimal conditions will encourage the best growth and health.

For sunlight, the ‘Little Giant’ arborvitae performs best in full sun to partial shade. Aim for at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for the most dense and vibrant foliage. While it can tolerate some shade, too much can lead to sparser growth. When it comes to watering, consistent moisture is key, especially during the first year of establishment. The soil should be kept evenly moist but never waterlogged. Once mature, these plants are more drought-tolerant but will benefit from deep watering during prolonged dry spells. The Thuja occidentalis bare root plants will need careful watering immediately after planting to help establish their root systems.

This compact variety is adaptable to various soil types, from sandy to clay, but prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Amend heavy clay soils with organic matter to improve drainage. Fertilization is generally not heavily required; a balanced, slow-release evergreen fertilizer applied in early spring can promote healthy growth. Minimal pruning is needed for this naturally globe-shaped plant. Any light shaping to maintain its tidy appearance should be done in late spring after new growth has emerged. The compact arborvitae is generally pest and disease resistant, but ensure good air circulation to prevent fungal issues in humid environments.

Size & Details

This offering includes 5 Little Giant Arborvitae plants, shipped as bare root starter specimens. Each plant is carefully prepared for transit to ensure healthy arrival and successful transplantation. Upon planting, these young evergreens will begin to establish their root systems and grow. The ‘Little Giant’ arborvitae is a slow-growing variety, making it an excellent choice for gardeners who prefer a plant that won’t quickly outgrow its space. Typically, this globe evergreen shrub will mature to a height and width of approximately 4-6 feet over many years, creating a dense, rounded form without the need for extensive pruning.

The bare root format means the plants arrive without soil around their roots, reducing shipping weight and cost, and encouraging rapid root development once planted. Planting these Thuja occidentalis bare root specimens in well-prepared soil and providing adequate initial watering will help them thrive and quickly become a beautiful, permanent feature in your garden. Their inherent deer resistance, once established, adds to their appeal as a reliable and enduring landscape element.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big do these Little Giant Arborvitae plants get? A: The Little Giant Arborvitae plants are a compact variety, typically maturing to a size of about 4-6 feet tall and wide. They maintain a natural globe shape.
• Q: Is this an indoor or outdoor plant? A: This is an outdoor evergreen shrub. It is designed to thrive in garden beds, borders, and as an accent plant in landscape settings.
• Q: How much sunlight does the ‘Little Giant’ arborvitae need? A: For optimal growth and foliage density, these plants prefer full sun to partial shade, ideally receiving at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.
• Q: Is this plant easy to care for, especially for beginners? A: Yes, the ‘Little Giant’ arborvitae is considered low-maintenance and relatively easy to care for, making it suitable for both experienced and novice gardeners. Its natural globe shape requires minimal pruning.
• Q: What condition will the Thuja occidentalis bare root plants arrive in? A: The plants will arrive as bare root specimens, meaning they are shipped without soil around their roots. This method helps reduce stress during shipping and promotes rapid root establishment once planted.
• Q: How long until this compact arborvitae reaches its mature size? A: As a slow-growing evergreen, the compact arborvitae will take several years to reach its full mature size of 4-6 feet. Its gradual growth contributes to its neat and tidy appearance.
• Q: What is the best time to plant these bare root arborvitae? A: The best time to plant bare root arborvitae is typically in early spring or fall when temperatures are moderate, allowing the roots to establish before extreme heat or cold.
• Q: Will this globe evergreen shrub attract deer? A: While no plant is 100% deer-proof, the globe evergreen shrub ‘Little Giant’ arborvitae is generally considered deer resistant once it is established, making it a good choice for areas with deer activity.
• Q: What type of soil is best for Thuja occidentalis? A: Thuja occidentalis prefers well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. It can tolerate various soil types, but good drainage is crucial to prevent root rot.