- Best planted on borders and privacy fences from fall to spring
- Fragrant arborvitae attracts bees and birds
- Disease-resistant shrub grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9
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$4249
Product Overview
Little Giant Arborvitae is a hardy evergreen shrub that naturally develops an attractive, globe-like shape. Valued for both its mature form and unique fan-shaped foliage pattern, these flattened evergreen fins give a soft, lacy appearance. Contrary to what 1 might assume from their spherical shape, Little Giant requires almost no pruning or maintenance. Ideal for borders and privacy fencing, Little Giant Arborvitae is a year-round point of interest in any application. Little Giant Arborvitae, botanical name Thuja occidentals Little Giant, grows in USDA zones 3 to 9, enjoying full sun and weekly watering best. It reaches a height and spread of 4 ft. with deep, forest green foliage. This is a highly adaptable shrub and grows quite well without any green thumb special attention. Its globe shaped form and lacy foliage has an exceptionally fine texture, making Little Giant a treat to see and touch.
- Great foundation plant for landscaping
- Very little pruning needed
- Attractive natural globe shape
- Beautiful, lacy foliage
- Deep evergreen color lasts through all seasons
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Product Overview
- Best planted on borders and privacy fences from fall to spring
- Fragrant arborvitae attracts bees and birds
- Disease-resistant shrub grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 9
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| Brand | Online Orchards | Online Orchards | Online Orchards | |
| Name | 2.25 Gal. Arborvitae Green Giant Shrub with Green Foliage | 1 Gal. Little Giant Arborvitae Shrub | 1 Gal. Dart's Gold Ninebark Shrub | 1 Gal. Diabolo Ninebark Shrub |
| Price | $3698 | $4249 | $4249 | $4249 |
| Ratings | (63) | (4) | (2) | (4) |
| Sun Tolerance | Full Sun | Sun or Shade | Sun or Shade | Sun or Shade |
| Mature Height (in.) | 720 in | 36 | 96 | 96 |
| Hardiness Zone | 10 (30 to 40 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) | 3 (-40 to -30 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) | 3 (-40 to -30 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) | 3 (-40 to -30 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F) |
| Additional Characteristics | Disease Resistant,Drought Tolerant | Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Dog Safe,Salt Tolerant,Water-Wise | Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Dog Safe,Salt Tolerant,Water-Wise | Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Dog Safe,Salt Tolerant,Water-Wise |
| Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen | Evergreen | Deciduous | Deciduous |
| Common Name | Arborvitae | Arborvitae | Ninebark | Ninebark |
| Water Requirements | When soil is dry | Once a week | Once a week | Once a week |
| Annual / Perennial | Perennial | Perennial | Perennial | Perennial |
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| Brand | Online Orchards | Online Orchards | Online Orchards | |
| Name | 2.25 Gal. Arborvitae Green Giant Shrub with Green Foliage | 1 Gal. Little Giant Arborvitae Shrub | 1 Gal. Dart's Gold Ninebark Shrub | 1 Gal. Diabolo Ninebark Shrub |
| Price | $3698 | $4249 | $4249 | $4249 |
| Ratings | (63) | (4) | (2) | (4) |
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Specifications
Dimensions
Mature Height (in.)
36
Mature Width (in.)
24
Details
Additional Characteristics
Deer Resistant,Disease Resistant,Dog Safe,Salt Tolerant,Water-Wise
Annual / Perennial
Perennial
Average Shipping Height (in.)
12
Best Time to Plant
Fall to Spring
Blossom Color
No Blossoms
Botanical Name
Thujaoccidentalis 'Little Giant'
Common Name
Arborvitae
Evergreen or Deciduous
Evergreen
Fragrance
Fragrant
Growth Habit
Shrub
Hardiness Zone
3 (-40 to -30 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F),8 (10 to 20 F),9 (20 to 30 F)
Number of plants included (Pack-Size)
1
Optimal Soil Condition
Neutral
Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.)
24
Returnable
180-Day
Shipped As
Container
Sun Tolerance
Sun or Shade
Water Requirements
Once a week
Wildlife Attracted
Bees,Birds
Wildlife Deterred
Deer,Insects,Mice
Questions & Answers
2Questions1Answers
How tall and wide do these grow to be and are they SAFE for Cats? Referencing the Online Orchard Little Giant Arborvitae Shrub.
Asked by jenniwren September 7, 20200
Answersexactly how big are these now? Can you measure I am replacing my landscaping and do not want the...
Asked by casey April 16, 20201
AnswerI am sorry I am unable to help. I never received my order and the resolution team didn't offer to help me. They simply cancelled my order and told me to try again. Good luck with yours. I do wish for you to have a better experience.
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We returned them. For the price they were puny....
November 14, 2020
We returned them. For the price they were puny.
First, it seems to be a different variety of arborvitae. Foliage not same as the “ little giants”...
November 10, 2020
First, it seems to be a different variety of arborvitae. Foliage not same as the “ little giants” that l already own. I didn’t read closely enough, as description is accurate, but $42 for a 1 GAL arborvitae is pretty ridiculous. It did seem healthy and in good shape upon delivery.
These were tiny and though green were a very light...
October 8, 2020
These were tiny and though green were a very light green and looked faded. Shipping was fine and Home Depot issued a credit without problems
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