20 Live Plants Emerald Green Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis

Emerald Green Arborvitae is a popular evergreen conifer prized for its dense, pyramidal form and rich green foliage that holds its color through winter. It grows into a compact, upright tree that works well as a specimen plant or in a structured landscape design, offering year-round structure and a tidy, formal appearance. With its moderate growth rate and naturally uniform shape, it requires minimal shaping to maintain a clean silhouette.

Emerald Green Arborvitae is most often used for hedges, privacy screens, foundation plantings, and windbreaks, where its narrow habit allows for tight spacing without crowding. Its soft, feathery foliage provides a fine texture in mixed borders and can be paired with flowering shrubs and perennials for contrast. This evergreen tolerates shearing and can be maintained at a desired height, making it a versatile choice for both residential and commercial landscapes.

Species: Thuja occidentalis
Variety: Emerald Green
Type: Evergreen conifer
Plant_Habit: Upright, narrow pyramidal
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil; tolerates a range of soil types
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3 to 7
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 2 to 3 feet apart for hedges
Notes: Water regularly during establishment; drought tolerant once rooted