- Non-fragrant Arborvitae with green foliage from Spring to Fall
- Plant evergreen shrub in partial sunlight; low maintenance
- Ships at 6-24 in. & can grow up to 10-18 ft. when mature
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Cheer Drops Arborvitae from Proven Winners displays bright green evergreen foliage with a teardrop habit. It creates more architecturally interesting hedges and foundation groupings. Prune to shape if desired in late Spring/early Summer, after the new growth has emerged. Avoid cutting into any very thick stems unless you are removing them entirely, as this can leave an unsightly hole in the plant, and recovery from such cuts is typically slow. Once established, Arborvitaes require little to no maintenance. Fertilize every Spring with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food.
Highlights
- 10 ft. to 18 ft. tall and 6 ft. to 10 ft. W at maturity
- Low maintenance
- Part to full sun (4 plus hours) required
- Grow in zones 3-7, be sure to check your USDA zone to ensure success
- 1 Gal. shrubs are 6 in. to 14 in. tall and about 1-year old at shipment, varies by season and plant
- Shrubs shipped from November through April will arrive dormant, shrubs shipped April through October will arrive green or in bloom
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Specifications
Dimensions
Mature Height (in.) | 216 in. | Mature Width (in.) | 216 in. |
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Details
Additional Characteristics | Low Maintenance | Annual / Perennial | Perennial |
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Average Shipping Height (in.) | 5 in | Best Time to Plant | Spring to Fall |
Bloom Season | No Blossoms | Blossom Color Family | No Blossoms |
Botanical Name | Thuja | Common Name Family | Arborvitae |
Container Size | 4.5 Quart(s) | Container Type | Container |
Evergreen or Deciduous | Evergreen | Fragrance | Non-Fragrant |
Growth Habit | Upright | Hardiness Zone | 3 (-40 to -30 F),4 (-30 to -20 F),5 (-20 to -10 F),6 (-10 to 0 F),7 (0 to 10 F) |
Mature Height (ft.) | Greater than 12 | Mature Shrub Height Range (Ft.) | 18-19 Ft. |
Number of plants included (Pack-Size) | 1 | Optimal Soil Condition | Neutral |
Pet Friendly | Unsafe for Pets | Recommended Space Between Plantings (in.) | 120 |
Returnable | 90-Day | Sun Tolerance | Part Sun |
Water Requirements | When soil is dry | Wildlife Attracted | No Wildlife Attracted |
Wildlife Deterred | No Wildlife Deterred |
Questions & Answers
I want these to grow around 6-7 ft tall only. Is there a way to achieve this with out trimming every season?
Hi Mike Thanks for asking! Cheer Drops® Arborvitae will reach 10-18 feet tall and 6-9 feet wide at maturity. Little to no pruning is required. If you do wish to prune, do so in late spring/early summer, after the new growth has emerged. Avoid cutting into any very thick stems unless you are removing them entirely, as this can leave an unsightly hole in the plant and recovery from such cuts is typically slow. As always, please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any plant questions or concerns. Email us at helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com. We are happy to help! Cori at Proven Winners Direct
Is this plant safe for dogs?
Hello Alex! This is a great question. While we don't have it listed as harmful to animals, we always recommend checking ASPCA.org for any plants you are purchasing, to make sure that they are not harmful to your animals! I hope this helps! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at 734-654-7485! Kind Regards, Allie at Proven Winners Direct
How far apart should you plant them in shade? I want them to create a privacy wall in my backyard
Hi Makaela, Thanks for asking! Cheer Drops® can reach 10-18 ft. tall and 6-8 ft. wide at maturity. You’ll use the plant’s mature width range as a guide to determine how far apart your plants should be. If you like the look of a steady line, use the minimum number of the mature width range as your planting distance. Position the centers of each plant that number of feet apart (6 feet). If you’d still like to see the general shape of the plants, use the maximum number of the mature width range as your planting distance. Position the centers of each plant that number of feet apart (8 feet). As always, please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any plant questions or concerns. Email us at helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com or call/text us at 855-PW PLANT (855-797-5268). We are happy to help! -- Proven Winners Direct
How far apart should you plant them?
Hi Linda - Great question! Cheer Drops® Arborvitae spacing should be 72 - 96. Little to no pruning is required. If you do wish to prune, do so in late spring/early summer, after the new growth has emerged. Avoid cutting into any very thick stems unless you are removing them entirely, as this can leave an unsightly hole in the plant, and recovery from such cuts is typically slow. Fertilize every spring with Proven Winners Continuous Release Plant Food. As always, please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any questions or concerns. You can email us at helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com or chat with us online! We are happy to help! ~ Cori
Are they fast or slow growing?
Thanks for asking! Cheer Drops Arborvitae can grow 1-2 feet per year depending on growing conditions. Growth rates of the various plant classifications are estimated based on the plant being placed in ideal conditions with good fertility, adequate moisture and planted properly. As always, please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any questions or concerns. You can email us at helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com or chat with us online! We are happy to help! ~ Cori
1 Gal. Cheer Drops Arborvitae (Thuja) Live Plant, Shrub, Green Evergreen Foliage I want to keep this Zone 3 Evergreen in a 3 feet planter permanently? Any tips and tricks?
Arborvitae do best in well draining soil that is consistently moist and cool. It responds best in full sun but can grow in some light shade. If browning occurs during drought periods, water weekly for best performance. Although it tolerates a wide variety of soil pH, Cheer Drops will thrive best in a neutral soil with an average pH of 7.0 to 8.0, slightly alkaline. It will tolerate heat and drought conditions well once established. You typically will not need to fertilize arborvitae, an application of a well composted organic material is all that may be needed. Amend heavy clay soils to improve drainage. As always, please feel free to reach out to us at any time with any questions or concerns. You can email us at helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com or chat with us online! We are happy to help!
How tall are they in the 1 gallon pots that you sell?
Hello, thank you for asking. We are happy to help! 1-gallon shrubs are 6-24" tall at shipment. I hope this helps! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at (734)654-7485 or helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com. Kind Regards, Allie
I twine my emerald arborvitae every winter to avoid damage from wet heavy snow. Does Cheer drops grow the same with multiple vertical branches? I want more fast growing privacy greenery that does not require twining every year. Suggestions?
Hi PattyJean- Thanks for the question! Cheer Drop is going to naturally hold it’s fun shape without pruning or shaping, so I think this might be what you are looking for! While heavy snow could potentially do damage to all trees/shrubs, I think you’ll enjoy the upright habit and minimal care required with the Cheer Drop! If you have any further questions please reach out to our customer service team at helpdesk@provenwinnersdirect.com
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Additional Characteristics | |||
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Low Maintenance | Disease Resistant, Insect Resistant, Low Maintenance, Privacy, Windbreak | Low Maintenance, Prepotted | None Listed |
Hardiness Zone | |||
3 (-40 to -30 F), 4 (-30 to -20 F), 5 (-20 to -10 F), 6 (-10 to 0 F), 7 (0 to 10 F) | 3 (-40 to -30 F), 4 (-30 to -20 F), 5 (-20 to -10 F), 6 (-10 to 0 F), 7 (0 to 10 F), 8 (10 to 20 F) | 7 (0 to 10 F), 8 (10 to 20 F), 9 (20 to 30 F) | 6 (-10 to 0 F), 7 (0 to 10 F), 8 (10 to 20 F), 9 (20 to 30 F) |
Sun Tolerance | |||
Part Sun | Full Sun | Full Sun | Full Sun |
Mature Height (ft.) | |||
Greater than 12 | Greater than 12 | Greater than 12 | Greater than 12 |
Common Name Family | |||
Arborvitae | Arborvitae | Fig Tree | Holly |
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