Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Mr. Bowling Ball'
Brand: Pépinière.ca
Availability: InStock

Latin name

Thuja occidentalis 'Mr. Bowling Ball'

Common name

Dwarf western cedar 'Mr. Bowling Ball'

Type

Ornamental dwarf conifer

Family

Cupressaceae

Thuja occidentalis ‘Mr. Bowling Ball’, commonly known as Eastern Arborvitae ‘Mr. Bowling Ball’, is a dwarf evergreen conifer with a perfectly globular and very dense habit, prized for its naturally rounded shape that requires no pruning. Its fine, grayish-green to bluish-green foliage forms a regular ball, reminiscent of a decorative ball in the garden. Compact and slow-growing, it is ideal for rockeries, borders, structured beds, or pots on a terrace. In winter, its foliage can take on a slight bronze hue, adding subtle seasonal interest. Thuja occidentalis ‘Mr. Bowling Ball’ prefers fresh, well-drained soil and tolerates full sun to partial shade. Very hardy, it offers permanent structure and a soft texture in cold climate landscaping.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone

Zone 3

Exposure

Sun to partial shade

Watering

Moderate, keep the soil cool and well-drained

Fertilization

Compost in spring if necessary

Soil type

Acidic to slightly acidic, moist to well-drained

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Blooming period

Spring

Flower color

Not applicable

Fruiting

Small, discrete light brown cones

Foliage color

Grey-green to blue-green, slightly bronzed in winter

Foliage type

Persistent

Shape

Very dense globular

Height

90 cm (3 ft)

Width

90 cm (3 ft)

Growth rate

Slow

Pets

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