Dwarf Conifer Collection

This collection is comprised of 3 components. Picea ‘Pumila’ 40354. Boasting greater vigor, darker green foliage, and a more dense, full centered habit than previous Dwarf Norway Spruces, this evergreen dwarf is the ideal accent Conifer. It is resistant to winter burn and able to take more summer heat than earlier varieties, slowly growing into a very bushy, symmetrically rounded form. Qty 1 Trade Gallon (3qt). Zones 3 – 7. Thuja occidentalis ‘Rheingold’ 47603. This slow growing evergreen dwarf sports a new color for each season.

In spring, golden-orange highlights mark the new foliage. By summer, the leaves have turned bright green with yellow overtones, and in autumn they burnish rich copper, keeping their color all winter. Best in consistently moist soil with protection from drying winds, it is an excellent choice for the foundation, rock garden, or containers. Qty 1 Trade Gallon (3qt). Zones 2 – 7. Thuja occidentalis ‘Umbraculifera’ 46386. With dense yet lacey foliage, needle-thin and a rich blue-green, this Northern Whitecedar offers evergreen beauty in compact form. The foliage turns shades of gold and brown among the green in autumn, remaining attractive through winter.

Easy to grow in soils ranging from the boggy to quite dry, its very low stature and dramatically arched branches make it ideal for bonsai, but if allowed to grow to its full height, it is a commanding presence in the border, foundation, or rockery. Found in German gardens since Victorian times, it is very rare in this country, yet grows readily despite air pollution, drought, and poor soil. A superb signature plant for the conifer garden.