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Thuja Emerald Green

Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'

Also known as: Emerald Green Arborvitae

Zone 3-8
Sun Full Sun – Part Shade
Water Moderate
Height 12-15 ft
Attracts Birds Evergreen Native Plant
SKU: WN-THUJA-EMERALD-GREEN Category:
Plant Overview

Thuja Emerald Green

Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'

Thuja 'Emerald Green' is a evergreen arborvitae. The most popular narrow evergreen in North American landscaping — a refined, naturally tight pyramidal form with rich emerald-green foliage that holds its vibrant color through even the harshest winter conditions. Thrives in full sun with moist, well-drained soil. Moderately drought tolerant once established. One of the most cold-hardy and reliable evergreen choices available. The most popular evergreen for privacy screens, hedges, windbreaks, and foundation plantings — offering reliable, dense, year-round coverage with minimal maintenance.
Specifications

Plant Details

Size & Growth

Mature Height
12-15 ft
Mature Spread
3-4 ft
Growth Rate
Moderate

Appearance

Foliage
Bright Emerald Green

Landscape Uses

Privacy screens, Vertical accents, and Specimen plantings

Origin

North America

Care & Culture

Growing Guide

3-8 Hardiness Zone
Full Sun – Part Shade Sun Exposure
Moderate Water Needs
Moderate Drought Tolerance
Well-Drained, Loamy Soil Type
6 - 7.5 Soil pH