Thuja occidentalis Mr. Bowling Ball™

Thuja occidentalis ‘Mr. Bowling Ball’ FE® (Mr. Bowling Ball™ Arborvitae) is a slow-growing, dwarf evergreen prized for its perfectly round, globe-like form and dense, glossy dark green foliage. Thriving in full sun to part shade in moist, well-drained soil, it brings year-round architectural interest to rock gardens, containers, and compact landscapes. Low-maintenance and deer-resistant, it retains its tidy shape with virtually no pruning and is hardy in Canadian zones 2–7.

Key Features
• Botanical name: Thuja occidentalis ‘Mr. Bowling Ball’ FE®
• Common name: Mr. Bowling Ball™ Arborvitae
• Hardiness zones: Canada Zone 2–7
• Exposure: Full sun to part shade
• Soil: Moist, well-drained; tolerant of clay, loam, or sandy soils
• Height: 0.6–0.9 m (2–3 ft)
• Width: 0.6–1.0 m (2–3 ft)
• Foliage: Dense, scale-like, glossy dark green leaves
• Maintenance: Low; maintains perfect globe shape without pruning
• Advantages: Compact, space-saving globe habit; ideal for small gardens and containers; deer-resistant