Emerald Green Arborvitae

Emerald Green Arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’) is a classic choice for adding evergreen privacy and vertical structure to the landscape. Its dense foliage, naturally narrow pyramidal shape, and rich green color make it especially useful where a full screen is needed without taking up excessive width.

Plant Emerald Green Arborvitae in rows for a privacy hedge, use it to frame an entryway, or incorporate it into foundation beds and mixed evergreen plantings. It retains its green color well through winter and requires relatively little shaping to maintain its neat form.

Available in 7-gallon and 15-gallon containers. Choose the size that best fits your project timeline and desired immediate impact. Plant size and fullness naturally vary by season and nursery availability.

Product Details

• Botanical name: Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’

• Common name: Emerald Green Arborvitae

• Available sizes: 7 gallon and 15 gallon

• Foliage: Dense, emerald-green evergreen foliage

• Growth habit: Narrow, upright, pyramidal

• Light: Full sun to partial shade

• Mature size: Approximately 10–15 ft. tall × 3–4 ft. wide

• Best uses: Privacy screens, evergreen hedges, foundation plantings, borders, and specimen plantings

• Care: Plant in well-drained soil and water deeply and regularly until established. Mulch around the root zone and water during extended dry periods.

FAQs

Is Emerald Green Arborvitae evergreen?
Yes. It provides dense green foliage and privacy year-round.

How large does it get?
Emerald Green Arborvitae typically reaches approximately 10–15 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide at maturity.

Can I use it for a privacy screen?
Yes. Its narrow, dense, upright growth makes it an excellent choice for evergreen screening and hedge rows.

Does it need full sun?
It performs best in full sun but can tolerate partial shade. More sun generally supports fuller growth.

What is the difference between the 7-gallon and 15-gallon options?
Both are the same cultivar. The 15-gallon size provides a more established plant and greater immediate impact, while the 7-gallon size is a more economical starting point for larger planting projects.

How is it delivered?
Plants carry a separate $45 plant delivery fee. We deliver Emerald Green Arborvitae throughout Metro Atlanta, including Alpharetta, Roswell, Milton, Johns Creek, Suwanee, and Duluth.

Will my plant look exactly like the product photo?
Plant height, fullness, and shape naturally vary by season and nursery availability.