.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Emerald Green' American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green' Description An American native conifer featuring dense, pyramidal foliage with a rich emerald-green color. It maintains a compact, upright form and is valued for its low maintenance and long-lasting evergreen display. Suggested Uses Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, and foundation plantings in garden landscapes. Suitable for small to medium-sized gardens seeking year-round greenery. Plant Details Botanical Name: Emerald Green' American Arborvitae Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green' Common Name: Emerald Green' American Arborvitae Size & Growth: Typically reaches 10-14 feet in height with a spread of 3-4 feet; grows approximately 6-12 inches per year. Hardiness Zones: 3-7 Foliage Type: Evergreen Bloom Time: Does not produce showy flowers; coniferous foliage remains year-round Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, when young Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Other evergreens, ornamental grasses, and shrubbery Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil, preferably in spring or fall. Space adequately for growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soils. Humidity: Tolerates average garden humidity. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove any dead or diseased branches. Winter Care: Protect young plants with mulch; mature plants are cold hardy but may need protection in extreme cold. Planting Depth: Plant at a depth similar to the root ball; ensure good drainage. Fertilization: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Special Care: Minimal pruning required; avoid over-pruning to maintain natural shape.