Emerald Green Arborvitae

Name: Emerald Green Arborvitae
Brand: Monrovia
SKU: 07301

Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'

Pronunciation: THOO-yuh ok-si-den-TAY-lis

SKU #07301

USDA Zone

4-8

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OVERVIEW
Description	A narrow, pyramidal evergreen with dense, emerald green foliage that holds its color throughout winter. Thrives in the heat and humidity of the south, and tolerates dry spells when established. One of the most popular and effective shrubs for screening or tall hedge use. An ideal specimen for topiary.
Light	Full sun
Watering	Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
Blooms	Conifer; prized for foliage.
Mature Size	Moderate growing; reaches 15 ft. tall, 3 to 4 ft. wide.

DETAILS
Deciduous/Evergreen	Evergreen
Special Features	Easy Care, North American Native Selection, Waterwise, Benefits Birds
Growth Rate	Moderate
Growth Habit	Pyramidal

STYLE
Landscape Use	Border, Container, Hedge, Privacy Screen, Windbreak
Design Ideas	The rich green of its foliage and handsome, narrow form make this conifer an excellent choice to plant in a row as a formal screen. Leave it unpruned for the full effect of its stately form.
Foliage Color	Green
Companion Plants	Smoke Tree (Cotinus); Spirea (Spiraea); Rose (Rosa); Daylily (Hemerocallis); Hydrangea (Hydrangea)

CARE
Care	Prefers deep, fertile, loamy, well-drained soil with consistent moisture. Mulch around root zone and shelter from drying winds. Water deeply and regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Fertilize before new growth begins in spring. Prune as needed to shape.

This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8