Southern Living® Pancake™ Arborvitae Shrub

Hardy, Dwarf Shrub Transitions From Deep Sage to Beautiful Blue

The Southern Living Pancake™ Arborvitae Shrub is a stunning variety that offers two unique shades throughout the year. And this dwarf plant only grows to a few feet in size, so it's perfect for any yard!

This shrub shifts from a deep sage color to a cool blue in winter for an eye-catching transition. Its scale-like foliage comes in a flattened, dense habit, so you can plant it in containers, hedges, shrubs, or even as a focal point.

Plus, this plant is cold-hardy, drought-tolerant, and deer-resistant, making it one of the easiest shrubs to care for in most environments. It thrives in full sun and sandy soil, and it doesn't require any pruning!

Give your yard a lovely color during every season with the evergreen Southern Living Pancake™ Arborvitae Shrub. Buy yours today!

Planting & Care

Planting: Before planting, ensure that you water the area thoroughly. Choose a location that receives full sun. 

When digging the hole, make it twice the width of the pot. For unobstructed planting, space your Pancake™ Arborvitae 2 to 3 feet apart from the center of one plant to the center of the next. If you're considering the distance between plantings, aim for at least 2 to 3 feet apart or more. 

After placing the plants, backfill the hole and ensure they are positioned 1 to 2 inches above the soil level. Water the plants and add more soil as needed.

Watering: Water once a week. During extreme heat, water regularly, but once the plant is established, it will require less water.

Fertilizing: Apply mulch around plants at a depth of 1-2 inches, avoiding the area closest to the stem. Fertilize once a year in early spring.

Pruning: While pruning is not necessary, occasional trimming can enhance the overall appearance and health of the plant.