Emerald Green Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd')
THOO-yah ox-ee-den-TAL-is 'Smaragd'
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Evergreen Perennial Tree in the Cupressaceae Family
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Available May 9
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Price |
Availability |
#5 gallon |
Field
15-18" Wide
18-21" High
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$48.23 |
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Experience the striking beauty of a narrow pyramidal form adorned with vibrant, lustrous green foliage and unique red peeling bark, all of which maintain their stunning color throughout winter! |
Known for its emerald green color that will not fade or bronze at any point during the year, this shrub is cone-shaped and slow-growing, making it a reliable ornamental planting anywhere you need year-round interest.
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Pros
- Evergreen
- Can grow in a variety of soil and moisture conditions
- Most varieties require minimal to no pruning to keep their shape
- Excellent privacy planting
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Cons
- Require part to full sun to thrive
- May be susceptible to winter wind burn
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Plant Data |
Mature Size |
12 - 14 feet
tall. 3 - 4 feet
wide.
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Sun Exposure |
Partial Shade - Full Sun |
Moisture Tolerance |
Medium - |
Zones |
3a - 8b
(Usually hardy to -40° F)
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Tags |
Attracts Birds, Attracts Wildlife, Deer Resistant, Edging, Evergreen, Fall interest, Fast Growth Rate, Foundation, Full Sun, Good for Accents, Good for Asian Garden, Good for Beginners, Good for Borders, Good for Hedges, Good for Mass Planting, Good for Rock Garden, Grown For Attractive Foliage, Low Maintenance, Medium, Most Popular, Nativar, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial, Potentially Allergenic, Rabbit Resistant, Tolerant of Loamy Soil, Tolerant of Moist Soil, Tree, Well-Drained Soil, Wet Site Tolerant, Winter Interest, Woodland Garden
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Bloom Period |
Non-flowering
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Flower Color |
Non-Flowering
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Foliage Color |
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Photos of This with...
Japanese Painted Fern,
Quick Fire Hydrangea,
Cinnamon Fern,
Green Carpet Japanese Pachysandra
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