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Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'

Emerald Cedar

Plant photo of: Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'
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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

This shrub can reach about 25' tall and has small, scaled green leaves.

 

Plant Type

Conifer, Shrub

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Formal, Mediterranean

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Entry, Shrub Border, Foundation, Park, With Rocks

Special Uses

Topiary, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.