.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 Butterfly Topiary Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green' Butterfly Description This cultivar features dense, bright green foliage with a compact, conical shape, making it ideal for ornamental topiary and landscape accents. Suggested Uses Perfect for creating living fences, privacy screens, focal points in garden beds, and decorative topiary displays. Plant Details Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green' Common Name: Emerald Green' American Arborvitae Butterfly Topiary Size & Growth: Typically grows 3-4 ft tall and wide, with a slow to moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: Zones 3-8 Foliage Type: Evergreen, dense foliage Bloom Time: Generally no significant flowers, as it is primarily used as a topiary Growth Rate: Slow to moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade Attracts Pollinators: No Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, suitable for containers with proper care Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic to pets if ingested Fragrant: No Cut Flower: No Grows Well With: Boxwoods, spruce, and other conifers Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Water regularly during establishment. Soil Moisture: Keep soil moist but not waterlogged Soil Type: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral, well-drained soils Humidity: Tolerant of average garden humidity Pruning Instructions: Prune lightly after new growth to maintain shape Winter Care: Mulch and protect in colder zones to prevent winter burn Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in container Fertilization: Feed with a balanced evergreen fertilizer in early spring Special Care: Avoid planting near harsh winds and save for sheltered location