Light Needs
Mature Height
Mature Spread
Growing Zones
The Tater Tot Arborvitae is a great addition to any garden. The small rounded shape is care free, and will fit into just about any space. This Proven Winners ColorChoice shrub can even tolerate shaded areas, which is uncommon for most arborvitae or evergreen shrubs in general. Plant these as an accessory next to other larger plants. Or consider using these in mass plantings for a formal landscape or as a garden border. Another option would be to plant these in garden planters, for year round interest.
The Tater Tot arborvitae is native to North America and can tolerate harsh winters. This is an evergreen shrub, so it keeps its beautiful green foliage and globe shape year round.
Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTOBAB' was formerly named “Tiny Tot Arborvitae”, and will be first available to the public in spring of 2019. So be sure to get your order in now, to ensure you reserve these space saving and care free plants before it sells out!
Tater Tot Arborvitae Care
These shrubs like moist soil that is well-drained. If the soil doesn’t drain fast enough, it could cause the shrub to get root rot. These bushes do best with a layer of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and protect the roots from extreme weather conditions.
Pruning Tater Tot Arborvitae is not necessary. This dwarf plant is very small and should never require pruning. If you must trim, do so during the spring as new growth emerges. Be sure not to cut any large branches though because it could be harmful to the health of the plant and ruin the well rounded shape of the plant.
Tater Tot Arborvitae Spacing
If you choose to plant these shrubs into an evergreen garden border or hedge, space these 12 inches apart, center on center. For garden planters, use a planter that is at least 12 inches wide. We recommend planting these at least 2 feet away from the house, so allow enough space to grow and to ensure enough moisture and sunlight will hit the plant and not be covered by the overhand of the roof.
Tater Tot Arborvitae Plant Facts
Growing Conditions
- Hardiness ZonesGrowing Zones
- USDA Zones 3 to 7 (perennial); grown as an annual elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown indoors elsewhere (outdoors year-round); grown in containers elsewhere (grown as a seasonal crop)
- Sun Exposure
- Part Sun to Full Sun (5+ Hours Direct Sun)
- Mature Height
- 1-2 Feet
- Mature Spread
- 1-2 Feet
- Growth Habit
- , Mounded, Dwarf
- Water Needs
- Average
Flowers & Foliage
- Flower Colors
- Flower Description
- n/a
- Foliage Color
- , Green
- Foliage Description
- Green
- Foliage Type
- , Evergreen
- Seasonal Interest
- , Fall Interest, Winter Interest, 3 Season Interest, 4 Season Interest
Garden Benefits
Plant Overview
- Common Name
- Tater Tot Arborvitae
- Botanical Name
- Thuja occidentalis 'SMNTOBAB' USPPAF
- Brand
- Proven Winners
- Plant Type
- Evergreen
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Plant Addicts ships to the lower 48 states within the U.S. Unfortunately, we do not currently ship to Alaska, Hawaii, or internationally.
This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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