Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'
Emerald Cedar
Description
This shrub can reach about 25' tall and has small, scaled, green leaves. This is a highly combustible plant.
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:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.