Tater Tot® Arborvitae

Buy Tater Tot® Arborvitae plants for sale at Advanced Nursery Growers in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Tater Tot® Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis ‘SMNTOBAB’) is a compact evergreen shrub with a naturally rounded, globe-shaped growth habit. Its dense, fan-shaped green foliage provides year-round color and structure without requiring regular pruning.

This charming dwarf arborvitae is an excellent choice for foundation plantings, walkways, borders, containers, and mass plantings. Its small size also makes it useful as an evergreen alternative to boxwood.

North Florida Growing Note: Tater Tot® Arborvitae is listed for USDA Zones 3–8. In North Florida and the Florida Panhandle, plant it where it receives morning sun and some protection from intense afternoon heat. Moist, well-drained soil, mulch, and consistent watering during establishment are especially important in our climate.

Plant Details:

• Plant Type: Dwarf evergreen shrub
• Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis ‘SMNTOBAB’
• Common Name: Tater Tot® Arborvitae
• Mature Size: Approximately 2–3 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide
• Growth Habit: Dense, naturally rounded globe
• Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
• Sun: Full sun to partial sun; afternoon shade is beneficial in North Florida
• USDA Zones: 3–8
• Foliage: Fragrant, fan-shaped green evergreen foliage
• Flowers: Grown primarily for its foliage and rounded form
• Pruning: Little to no pruning is normally required
• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained soil
• Water: Water regularly during establishment; do not allow the root ball to remain waterlogged
• Spacing: Approximately 3–4 feet apart
• Landscape Uses: Foundation planting, low border, walkway edging, container, mass planting, specimen, or boxwood alternative

Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the root zone to help retain moisture and keep the roots cooler. Keep mulch several inches away from the main stem.

Plant information is based in part on the official Proven Winners Tater Tot® Arborvitae listing.

Local Pickup & Limited Shipping

Local pickup is available at Advanced Nursery Growers in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.

Limited shipping may be available for select trees, liners, and smaller plants in 3-gallon containers or smaller. Shipping availability depends on the plant variety, size, quantity, destination, and packaging requirements. Shipping and packaging charges are calculated separately.

Please contact us before ordering if shipping is required.

Contact Advanced Nursery Growers

Advanced Nursery Growers LLC
1911 McLeod Road
DeFuniak Springs, FL 32435
Phone: 850-391-2228
Email: info@advancednurserygrowers.com
Website: www.AdvancedNurseryGrowers.com

Wholesale Availability

Wholesale pricing may be available for qualified nurseries, landscapers, contractors, municipalities, and other approved buyers. Contact Advanced Nursery Growers for current availability, quantities, sizes, and wholesale pricing.