Protected Series:
Zone: 4EMERALD GREEN ARBORVITAE
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' is commonly referred to as Emerald Green American Arborvitae, Smaragd Arborvitae or Emerald Arborvitae. It is a popular semi-dwarf evergreen conifer with a compact, narrow, upright habit. It features glossy bright green, flat, scale-like foliage with excellent color retention. It is reliably cold hardy and does not turn bronze in winter. This slow-growing selection is easy to grow and low maintenance. It tolerates pruning in early spring before the onset of new growth and provides a hardy alternative to Cypress.
Emerald Green Arborvitae thrives in full to partial sun in average, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It benefits from some light shade in hot summer climates and a wind break from harsh winter winds. It does not tolerate dry conditions or heavily shady areas. It is ideal as an accent, hedge, privacy screen or foundation plant.
| PLANT | SIZE | TYPE | GALENA | ADD'L | DIG | SOON |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | con 5 | SPIRAL | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | con 7 | 4 ft | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | con 10 | 1607 | 0 | 0 | 178 | |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | con 15 | 223 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | con 15 | SPIRAL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 5-6 ft | 251 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 5-6 ft | SPIRAL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 6-7 ft | 267 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 6-7 ft | SPIRAL | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 7-8 ft | 112 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 7-8 ft | SPIRAL | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| THUJA OCC SMARAGD | 8-10 ft | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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To help this plant settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in fertile, well-draining soil, selecting a location that receives full sun to partial shade for the best foliage density and color. These evergreen species are adaptable, but they require consistent moisture to remain healthy and vibrant, particularly during the first few growing seasons until the root system is well established. Prune in late winter or early spring to remove dead wood or to lightly shape the plant, avoiding deep cuts into old wood where foliage will not regrow. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, taking care to keep the material a few inches away from the crown to prevent stem rot.
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