Emerald Green Arborvitae Plant Thuja Occidentalis – 6-12 Inch Tall Potted Tree

Emerald Green Arborvitae: The Perfect Evergreen for Your Landscape

The Emerald Green Arborvitae (Thuja Occidentalis) is a stunning evergreen tree, perfect for adding year-round beauty and privacy to your property. You are purchasing one well-rooted ‘Emerald Green’ Arborvitae in a 4” pot, measuring 6-12″ in height. Its shimmering emerald green foliage and classic narrow pyramidal form make it an attractive addition to any garden in all seasons. Unlike other arborvitaes, this cultivar retains its vibrant color even during the coldest winter months. The foliage also releases a pleasant aroma when touched.

This versatile tree can be pruned to various shapes, making it ideal for formal gardens or natural landscapes. Once established, the Emerald Green Arborvitae is tolerant of heat and drought, and it is remarkably cold-hardy, withstanding temperatures as low as -40°F. It works beautifully as a specimen or accent plant, for creating dense hedges and effective privacy screens, for providing shelter belts, and as a reliable foundation planting. This makes it a great choice for many landscaping applications.

At maturity, these arborvitaes typically reach a height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 3-4 feet. They are hardy in USDA zones 3-7, making them suitable for a wide range of climates. Planting instructions are included with every order to ensure successful establishment. This Thuja Occidentalis is a fantastic choice for adding structure and evergreen interest to your outdoor space. The Emerald Green Arborvitae offers a lush, vibrant screen or standalone feature that will enhance your property’s appeal.

Benefits of Emerald Green Arborvitae:

• Year-Round Beauty: Retains its vibrant green color even in winter.
• Privacy and Screening: Creates a dense, effective privacy screen.
• Low Maintenance: Tolerant of heat, drought, and cold once established.
• Versatile: Can be pruned into various shapes and used in multiple landscaping applications.
• Aromatic Foliage: Releases a pleasant aroma when touched.

Frequently Asked Questions:

1. How tall will my Emerald Green Arborvitae get? At maturity, expect a height of 10-15 feet and a spread of 3-4 feet.
2. What kind of sunlight does it need? This Arborvitae thrives in partial shade to full sun.
3. How often should I water it? Water regularly until established. Once established, it is relatively drought-tolerant.
4. What USDA hardiness zones are suitable? This plant is hardy in zones 3-7.
5. Can I prune it to maintain a specific shape? Yes, the Emerald Green Arborvitae can be easily pruned to your desired shape.