{"product_id":"emerald-green","title":"Emerald Green","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"pageSummary\" class=\"layoutA\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"59\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eThuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ Emerald Green Arborvitae\u003c\/strong\u003e is a popular evergreen prized for its dense, rich green foliage and naturally narrow, upright shape. Growing about 12–15 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide, it makes an excellent choice for privacy screens, hedges, and foundation plantings where vertical interest is desired without taking up much space. Its vibrant color holds well through winter, unlike many other arborvitae varieties. Emerald Green thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil, making it a dependable, low-maintenance option for residential and commercial landscapes. Ideal for creating clean, formal lines or year-round privacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMore About Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green'\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy, evergreen tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect for compact privacy screen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFoliage is a deep lustrous green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePleasantly fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEmerald Green Growing and Maintenance Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePlant in\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003efull sun to partial shade. At least 6 hours of sun per day will produce the densest growth and richest green color. Prefers well-drained soil. Arborvitae do not like standing water, so avoid low areas where water collects. If soil is heavy clay, loosen the soil around the planting hole to improve drainage. Dig a hole 2–3 times wider than the root ball but no deeper than the root ball height. The top of the root ball should sit slightly above the surrounding soil to prevent settling and root rot. Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the base to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Keep mulch a few inches away from the trunk. In windy areas, winter burn can occur. Keeping plants well-watered in fall and using mulch helps protect roots through winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003c\/strong\u003eFor the first month after planting, water your tree every other day with a generous soak with the hose at the base of the tree. For the next 6 months, water the same way once a week unless it is dry and hot. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFertilizing\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFeed your arborvitae at the beginning of each spring with a balanced, slow release fertilizer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e If your tree has space to maintain its naturally elegant pyramid shape, no pruning is necessary. However, if you are growing them closely together as a hedge, you can shear them annually after the last frost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 12-15 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-4 Feet\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 30-36\" (for privacy fence)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZone\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e: 3-8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThuja occidentalis 'Emerald Green'\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCharacteristics\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eExposure\u003c\/span\u003e: Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eCritter Resistance\u003c\/span\u003e: Deer will be attracted to this variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eSoil Moisture\u003c\/span\u003e: Average Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAttributes\u003c\/span\u003e: Specimen, Drought Tolerant, Mass Planting, Cold Tolerant, Evergreen, slow- moderate Growing, Great Foliage, Low Maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFoliage Color\u003c\/span\u003e: Dark Green, Green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"attribute\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHabit\u003c\/span\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eUpright\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","offers":[{"title":"6\" (20 Pack)","offer_id":48970148806896,"sku":"Emerald Green-1","price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 Gallon (4 Pack)","offer_id":48970148839664,"sku":"Emerald Green-2","price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon","offer_id":48970148872432,"sku":"Emerald Green-3","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3-4'","offer_id":48970148905200,"sku":"Emerald Green-4","price":40.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-5'","offer_id":48970148937968,"sku":"Emerald Green-5","price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5-6'","offer_id":48970148970736,"sku":"Emerald Green-6","price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6-7'","offer_id":48970149003504,"sku":"Emerald Green-7","price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"7-8'","offer_id":48970149036272,"sku":"Emerald Green-8","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8-10'","offer_id":48970149069040,"sku":"Emerald Green-9","price":250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"10-12'","offer_id":48970149101808,"sku":"Emerald Green-10","price":275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0746\/5680\/9200\/files\/90119_2.webp?v=1773167050","url":"https:\/\/hunterdontree.com\/products\/emerald-green","provider":"Hunterdon Tree \u0026 Shrub","version":"1.0","type":"link"}