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Tater Tot™ Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTOBAB' USPP30,761, Can PBRAF
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Specifications
| Plant Characteristics | Cold hardy, Evergreen, Compact/Dwarf, Low Maintenance, Hedge/Screen, Container Friendly, Non-invasive, Drought resistant, Groundcover |
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| Hardiness Zone | 3a to 7b |
| Sunlight | Full sun, Partial shade |
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| Width | |
| Watering Needs | Moderate |
| Preferred Soil | Clay, Loamy |
| Growth Rate | Slow |
| Growth Habit | Bushy, Upright |
| Blooms In | Spring |
| Flower Color | Green |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Suitable Space | Outdoors, Indoors |
| Plant Name | Arborvitae |
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| Cultivar | |
| Class | Pinopsida, Coniferopsida |
| Does Not Ship To | AK, HI, ID, MT, PR |
Description
Perfectly round tiny evergreen shrub, the Tater Tot™ Arborvitae PP#30,761 (Thuja plicata 'SMNTOBAB') only grows 1-2 feet tall and is just a little taller than it is wide. Just like its potato namesake!
It is an almost perfectly round cute orb of deep green! It is covered in swirling whorls of foliage that give it a rich texture and movement. These darling clumps of greenery last throughout the entire year and add green to the winter landscape or container garden.
Cold-hardy throughout USDA planting zones 3 to 7, these dwarf Arborvitae are slower growing but that means they won't outgrow their space nor need any maintenance to keep them looking trim and tidy.
Landscape Application:
The bright, deep green foliage lends such a great look to the evergreen border that we can see this being a new go-to for foundation landscaping. Smaller yard? No problem!
Tater Tot™ is a good replacement for Boxwood, as it rarely needs pruning. Tater Tot™ works really well as a low-maintenance hedge or border. It's happy as a focal point or as a team player.
Try it in a container for an elegant look. One on either side of the front door is such a classic way to greet guests in style! Balcony and container gardeners can enjoy these cute planter thrillers with their year-round color.
Tater Tot™ blends well with maroon and golden-leaved companions. It also is a great foil for larger Evergreens and Fir trees. Try it in a row lining a path, or in an arc at the edge of a foundation planting.
- Petite Round Dwarf Evergreens
- Bright Deep Green With Whorled Foliage
- Small & Space-Saving Shrubs
- Great In Containers
- Tidy Edging, Facer Plants, Low Hedges & Property/Landscape Bed Definition
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Affinity grows the most compact and fast in full sun and well-drained soil. New trees need regular moisture to get established but become drought-tolerant once they have settled. All plants appreciate a 3-4 inch deep layer of mulch around the roots. These shouldn't need pruning often but you can remove crossed branches, winter dieback, and wayward shoots in the spring after the first flush of new growth.
- Full Sun
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate to Low Moisture Needs
- Prune If Needed In Spring
- Drought Tolerant
If you want a fun, tiny, super-cute, sculptural shrub to add to your landscape, then this is the one. Order Tater Tot™ Dwarf Arborvitae from Nature Hills today!
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The Tater Tot™ Arborvitae joins our collection of compact evergreen shrubs that provide year-round structure without the fuss, making it perfect for gardeners seeking low maintenance plants. This proven winners® selection pairs beautifully with other hardy shrubs in foundation plantings or mixed borders. For more guidance on incorporating evergreens into your landscape, explore our Best Privacy Trees and Shrubs to Plant This Spring and learn about proper care techniques in our Timing for Pruning Flowering Shrubs guide.
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The weather has been not conducive for transplanting so they are showing some stress, brown leaves so I am hoping that with cooler and wetter weather they will adjust.
Tater Tot Arborvitae are tough little plants, and some browning during transplant stress is completely normal, especially when the weather is not cooperating. Once cooler temps and consistent moisture arrive, you should see them settle in and push new growth. If the browning continues well into the new season, feel free to reach out to our team and we can help you troubleshoot.
Received the quart plant in a well packaged shipping box with no damage and immediate planted it with some fertilizer in it's new home. It appears to have taken to the location and is looking happy and healthy.
Glad to hear it arrived in good shape and is settling in well, Richard. Tater Tot tends to establish without much fuss when it goes in the ground promptly like you did. That early fertilizer is a nice boost. Thanks for sharing the update.
so far they are doing great.
Tater Tot Arborvitae tend to settle in well once they get established, so it is good to hear yours are off to a solid start. Keep the watering consistent through the first season and they should reward you with that tight, rounded shape they are known for. Thanks for sharing the update, Denise.
Nature Hills Nursery shipped healthy high quality plants that look great in my yard. Grateful for the excellent customer experience.
Healthy plants settling into a new yard is exactly what we hope for, Lucas. American Pillar Arborvitae are such a solid choice for structure and privacy, and they tend to establish well when they arrive in good shape. Thanks for taking the time to share your experience.
I have eight of these. One thing is that they definitely bronze in the winter. These do not remain green like a Smargd. However they have had no problems like some arborvitae and are looking beautiful.
Hello Ronni,
Thank you so much for sharing your experience with these arborvitae! We’re thrilled to hear that all eight of your plants are looking beautiful and thriving without issues. You’re absolutely right — unlike the Smaragd arborvitae, which tend to hold their green color through the winter, other varieties often bronze as a natural reaction to colder temperatures. This bronze color is typically a seasonal change and does not indicate a health problem.
If you’re ever interested in refinement tips to help maintain vibrant foliage during colder months, we’d be happy to share some seasonal care advice tailored to your specific arborvitae variety. Feel free to reach out anytime for guidance or any plant-related questions.
Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team
tree was in great shape and i planted it and with in a wk it was budding out
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