Emerald Green Arborvitae: The Perfect Evergreen for Your Landscape

The Emerald Green Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis) is a stunning addition to any garden or landscape. Known for its shimmering emerald green foliage and classic narrow pyramidal form, this evergreen provides year-round beauty. Unlike other arborvitaes, the Emerald Green retains its vibrant color even during the coldest winter months, making it a standout choice for visual appeal.

This versatile plant is perfect for various landscape applications. Use it as a specimen or accent plant to draw attention to specific areas of your garden. Its dense growth habit makes it an excellent choice for creating hedges and privacy screens, providing a natural and attractive barrier. The Emerald Green Arborvitae also works well as a shelter belt, protecting your property from wind and snow, and as a foundation plant, adding structure and greenery to your home’s base. The foliage releases a pleasing aroma when squeezed, adding another layer of sensory enjoyment. Tolerates heat and drought once established and is cold-hardy.

At maturity, the Emerald Green Arborvitae typically reaches a height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 3-4 feet. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-7, making it suitable for a wide range of climates. This arborvitae is relatively low-maintenance and can be pruned to various shapes, allowing you to customize its appearance to fit your specific needs. Planting instructions are included with every order, ensuring a successful start for your new plant.

Key Benefits of Emerald Green Arborvitae:

• Year-Round Beauty: Retains its vibrant emerald green color throughout all seasons.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for specimen planting, hedges, privacy screens, and shelter belts.
• Low Maintenance: Tolerates heat and drought once established.
• Cold Hardy: Can withstand temperatures as low as -40°F.
• Aromatic Foliage: Releases a pleasing aroma when foliage is handled.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How tall will the Emerald Green Arborvitae grow? At maturity, it typically reaches 10-15 feet in height.
2. What are the ideal growing conditions for this plant? It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil.
3. How often should I water my Emerald Green Arborvitae? Water deeply and regularly, especially during the first year to establish a strong root system. Once established, it is drought-tolerant.
4. Can I prune my Emerald Green Arborvitae to maintain a specific shape? Yes, it can be pruned to various shapes and sizes. Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
5. Is the Emerald Green Arborvitae deer resistant? While no plant is completely deer-proof, arborvitae are generally considered to be deer-resistant.