Arborvitae - Emerald
Fast-Growing Privacy or Accent Plant
The Emerald Green Thuja is a fast-growing, hardy arborvitae. It would make a superb privacy hedge along your property line or beside your backyard pool. These also make an excellent wind-break or foundation plant.
“Smaragd” is Danish for “emerald”, which perfectly describes the color of this pyramid-shaped conifer. You’ll be amazed how its dense-growing, soft-to-the touch foliage remains a vibrant emerald green all year round.
Once established, you won’t have to even water this fast-growing cedar. You’ll see a foot of growth each year that will only slow when it’s 10 - 15 feet in height. Pruning isn’t necessary either. Even when it reaches its maximum dimensions, this Thuja will maintain its tight form.
If you decide to trim your Thuja, save a few sprigs to place around the house. The citrus-like evergreen scent will lend a fresh bouquet to the ambience of your home, especially during the holidays. Holiday wreaths made from the Thuja boughs are a favorite of many people.
After only one season with your Thuja you’ll see why this cultivar of arborvitae is becoming one of the most sought after landscape plants.
* Fast-growing privacy hedge
* Cold Hardy
* Scented
Plant Facts
| Family | Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' |
|---|---|
| Restricted | AK, HI |
| Foliage | Emerald Green |
| Mature Height | 10 - 15 feet |
| Mature Spread | 3 - 4 feet |
| Soil | Widely Adaptable |
| Zones | 5-8 |
| Moisture | Widely Adaptable |
| Mature Form | Columnar |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Fall Color | Green |
| Characteristics | Narrow Compact Pyramidal Form; Cold and Heat Tolerant |






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