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Cupressaceae
Trees and shrubs
Dwarf Western Thuja 'Little Champion'
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Cupressaceae
Thuja occidentalis ‘Little Champion’, commonly known as ‘Little Champion’ arborvitae, is a dwarf evergreen conifer with a dense, regular globular habit, prized for its naturally rounded shape and excellent hardiness. Its bright green foliage in spring and summer takes on coppery bronze hues in winter, offering distinct seasonal interest. Compact and moderate-growing, it maintains a well-structured form without extensive pruning, making it an excellent choice for rock gardens, borders, foundation plantings, or small formal designs. Thuja occidentalis ‘Little Champion’ prefers fresh, well-drained soil and adapts to various soil types as long as they are not waterlogged. Very cold-hardy, it provides permanent texture, color, and structure to northern gardens.
Soil and care
The rightconditions.
Fertilization
Compost in the spring if needed
Bloom and dimensions
The completeprofile.
Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorNot applicable
Foliage colorBright green turning coppery bronze in winter
Foliage typePersistent
FruitingSmall, discrete light brown cones
Maximum height3 ft (1 m)
Maximum width3 ft (1 m)
Growth rateSlow
Hardiness zoneZone 3
Minimum temperature-40°C
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
