Mr Bowling Ball Arborvitae

Thuja occidentalis 'Bobozam'

Plant Details:

Plant Type: Shrub
Plant Family: Cupressaceae
Plant Description: This is a dwarf evergreen shrub with thick foliage and a dense, round shape, giving it it’s name of bowling ball. The foliage maintains its color throughout the year providing great winter interest. This is great when used as a foundation plant, in small areas, and as a low growing hedge.

Maintenance:

Maintenance Type: Shrub - Evergreen
Plant Care: Shrub - Evergreen (woody multi-stemmed plants that keep their leaves and color during winter): Only minimal pruning is required and mostly to retain a desirable shape. Pruning should be done in early spring. Monitor for pests, diseases or other ailments on a regular basis.

Plant Attributes:

Mature Size: 3' tall x 3' wide
Utah Native: No
Plant Select: No
Pollinator Friendly: No
Localscapes: Infill Plant, Foundation Plant
Foliage Interest: Unknown
Foliage Colors: Green

Growing Conditions:

Hardiness Zone: 3 to 8
Light Requirement: Full Sun (6+ hrs sun)
Irrigation Requirement:     Moderate (1/2" every 7-10 days)
Salt Tolerant: Unknown
Deer Resistant: Yes

Garden Location:

  • Commercial Concepts
    • JVWCD Rock Garden
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Winter