Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green, Blue Green

 

Bark Color

Brown

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Clay, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Japanese, Mediterranean

 

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Walls / Fences, Walkways

 

Special Uses

Hedge, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Although the species is a native American coniferous evergreen tree which grows 40 to 60 feet tall, 'Hetz Midget' is a slow-growing, globe-shaped, dwarf cultivar that typically matures to only 3 to 4 feet tall and 4 to 5 feet wide. Blue-green foliage is scale-like and appears in flat, fan-shaped clusters. Use in beds and borders to add interest for the winter months, particularly under snow, when all else is bare. Adapts beautifully to wild and rock gardens, and is a problem solver for formal gardens in our dry climate where boxwood and other conifers suffer. Makes a fine container foliage plant for porch, patio and terrace.

Grow in average, medium, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Somewhat wide range of soil tolerance, but prefers moist, well-drained clay or sandy-loam soils. Intolerant of dry conditions. Appreciates some light afternoon shade in our hot, dry summer climates. Plants may open up in too much shade, however. Site in locations protected from cold winter winds. Does not require pruning to maintain form.