Anna's Magic Ball
Thuja occidentalis 'Anna's Magic Ball'
In growth
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 24-36 in apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 20+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, moist, adaptable |
| Soil pH | 6.0-8.0 |
| Zones | 3-7 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Bright golden yellow |
| Bloom | none |
| Fruit | Cone |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Semi-hardwood cuttings |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Deer Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Globe Arborvitae, Tater Tot, Blue Star Juniper |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water regularly during first two seasons. Protect from harsh drying winter winds.
Maintenance
Keeps its globe-shaped habit without constant trimming. Light shaping in late spring if needed.
Cleanup
No seasonal cutback needed. Brush off heavy snow to prevent splitting.
Notes
Compact dwarf evergreen forming a naturally rounded globe with vibrant golden-yellow foliage year-round.