Thuja Arborvitae Emerald Green
Mature Height: 10-15ft
Mature Width: 3-4ft
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardness Zone: 3-8
Thuja Arborvitae 'Emerald Green' (Thuja Occidentalis) is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant green foliage and compact, columnar shape. A popular choice for its compact size, dense foliage, and attractive green color, making it an excellent option for adding structure, privacy, and visual interest to garden landscapes.
Appearance: 'Emerald Green' has a dense, pyramidal to narrowly conical shape, with foliage composed of scale-like leaves arranged in flattened sprays. The foliage maintains its bright emerald green color throughout the year, providing year-round interest in the landscape.
Growth Rate: This cultivar has a moderate growth rate, adding about 6 to 9 inches in height per year under optimal conditions. Its relatively slow growth makes it easier to maintain and shape compared to faster-growing varieties like 'Green Giant'.
Hardiness: 'Emerald Green' is adaptable to various soil types and pH levels, thriving in full sun to partial shade. It is also known for its excellent tolerance to heat, cold, drought, and urban pollution, making it suitable for a wide range of climates and planting locations.
Maintenance: This cultivar requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during its initial establishment period is important, but it becomes drought-tolerant once rooted. Pruning may be necessary to maintain its compact shape or to remove any dead or damaged foliage, but it's generally not demanding in this regard.
Landscaping Uses: Due to its narrow, upright habit and dense foliage, 'Emerald Green' is often used as a privacy screen, windbreak, or as a vertical accent in residential and commercial landscapes. It can be planted in rows to create a formal hedge or used as a specimen plant in smaller gardens. Its uniform shape and vibrant green color make it a versatile choice for various landscaping applications.
Pest and Disease Resistance: 'Emerald Green' is relatively resistant to common pests and diseases that affect other arborvitae varieties. However, it may still be susceptible to issues such as spider mites, bagworms, or certain fungal diseases if conditions are unfavorable.
Mature Height: 10-15ft
Mature Width: 3-4ft
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardness Zone: 3-8
Thuja Arborvitae 'Emerald Green' (Thuja Occidentalis) is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant green foliage and compact, columnar shape. A popular choice for its compact size, dense foliage, and attractive green color, making it an excellent option for adding structure, privacy, and visual interest to garden landscapes.
Appearance: 'Emerald Green' has a dense, pyramidal to narrowly conical shape, with foliage composed of scale-like leaves arranged in flattened sprays. The foliage maintains its bright emerald green color throughout the year, providing year-round interest in the landscape.
Growth Rate: This cultivar has a moderate growth rate, adding about 6 to 9 inches in height per year under optimal conditions. Its relatively slow growth makes it easier to maintain and shape compared to faster-growing varieties like 'Green Giant'.
Hardiness: 'Emerald Green' is adaptable to various soil types and pH levels, thriving in full sun to partial shade. It is also known for its excellent tolerance to heat, cold, drought, and urban pollution, making it suitable for a wide range of climates and planting locations.
Maintenance: This cultivar requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during its initial establishment period is important, but it becomes drought-tolerant once rooted. Pruning may be necessary to maintain its compact shape or to remove any dead or damaged foliage, but it's generally not demanding in this regard.
Landscaping Uses: Due to its narrow, upright habit and dense foliage, 'Emerald Green' is often used as a privacy screen, windbreak, or as a vertical accent in residential and commercial landscapes. It can be planted in rows to create a formal hedge or used as a specimen plant in smaller gardens. Its uniform shape and vibrant green color make it a versatile choice for various landscaping applications.
Pest and Disease Resistance: 'Emerald Green' is relatively resistant to common pests and diseases that affect other arborvitae varieties. However, it may still be susceptible to issues such as spider mites, bagworms, or certain fungal diseases if conditions are unfavorable.
Mature Height: 10-15ft
Mature Width: 3-4ft
Exposure: Full Sun
Hardness Zone: 3-8
Thuja Arborvitae 'Emerald Green' (Thuja Occidentalis) is a narrow, upright evergreen shrub prized for its vibrant green foliage and compact, columnar shape. A popular choice for its compact size, dense foliage, and attractive green color, making it an excellent option for adding structure, privacy, and visual interest to garden landscapes.
Appearance: 'Emerald Green' has a dense, pyramidal to narrowly conical shape, with foliage composed of scale-like leaves arranged in flattened sprays. The foliage maintains its bright emerald green color throughout the year, providing year-round interest in the landscape.
Growth Rate: This cultivar has a moderate growth rate, adding about 6 to 9 inches in height per year under optimal conditions. Its relatively slow growth makes it easier to maintain and shape compared to faster-growing varieties like 'Green Giant'.
Hardiness: 'Emerald Green' is adaptable to various soil types and pH levels, thriving in full sun to partial shade. It is also known for its excellent tolerance to heat, cold, drought, and urban pollution, making it suitable for a wide range of climates and planting locations.
Maintenance: This cultivar requires minimal maintenance once established. Regular watering during its initial establishment period is important, but it becomes drought-tolerant once rooted. Pruning may be necessary to maintain its compact shape or to remove any dead or damaged foliage, but it's generally not demanding in this regard.
Landscaping Uses: Due to its narrow, upright habit and dense foliage, 'Emerald Green' is often used as a privacy screen, windbreak, or as a vertical accent in residential and commercial landscapes. It can be planted in rows to create a formal hedge or used as a specimen plant in smaller gardens. Its uniform shape and vibrant green color make it a versatile choice for various landscaping applications.
Pest and Disease Resistance: 'Emerald Green' is relatively resistant to common pests and diseases that affect other arborvitae varieties. However, it may still be susceptible to issues such as spider mites, bagworms, or certain fungal diseases if conditions are unfavorable.