Landscape Notes: Emerald Green Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ has merit as a foundation plant, specimen, or screen. Relatively easy to grow and hardy. Plant in full sun for superior foliage.
Exposure/Culture: Emerald Green Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ prefers full sun, well drained, moist soils, and is adaptable to sand or clay. Prefers humid conditions, but is heat and drought tolerant. Emerald Green Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ is very responsive to shearing.
Other Notes: Emerald Green Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ makes a great fast growing privacy screen, windbreak, or foundation plant. It is a soft to the touch with dense green foliage all year round. Emerald Green Arborvitae, Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ can grow up to one foot per year which makes it one of the most sought after plants! As an added bonus the trimmings from this plant can be used indoors for a citrus like evergreen scent.
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Genus |
Thuja |
Species |
occidentalis |
Container Size |
2.75 Inch Pot |
Foliage Color |
Glossy, Bright Emerald Green |
Mature Height |
10 to 12 Feet |
Mature Spread |
3 to 4 Feet |
Soil |
Well Drained |
Zones |
3-7 |
Mature Form |
Compact and Conical, Sprays Vertical and Horizontal |
Growth Rate |
Moderate |
Sun Exposure |
Full Sun |
Flower Color |
Not Ornamental |
Fall Color |
Glossy, Bright Emerald Green |
Bloom Period |
Yellowish |