Cheer Drops Arborvitae
Thuja occidentalis 'Cheer Drops'
In growth
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 6-8 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 0 |
| Life expectancy | 30+ years |
| Growth rate | Slow |
| Planted | 2025 |
| Bed | The Royal Run |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun - Partial Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Moist, well-drained soil. Adaptable to various soil types. |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 8.0 |
| Zones | 3-7 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Shrub |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Linear (Long, narrow) |
| Foliage colour | Bright green |
| Bloom | Inconspicuous |
| Fruit | Cone |
| Evergreen | Evergreen |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings. |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Edibility | Inedible |
| Companions | Hydrangea, Boxwood, Daylily, Hosta |
Where it came from
| Grower | Proven Winners |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water deeply during the first few growing seasons to establish a strong root system. Apply a thick layer of mulch around the root zone in winter.
Maintenance
Little to no pruning is required. Prune lightly in late spring or early summer to shape if desired, avoiding thick stems.
Cleanup
Remove any dead or damaged branches in early spring.
Notes
Attractive teardrop-shaped habit that requires no shaping. Thrives in USDA zones 3-7.