Key Features

• Growth Habit:
  • Narrow upright pyramidal evergreen shrub/tree
  • Typically grows 10–15 feet tall and 3–4 feet wide
• Bloom Color:
  • Non-showy small cones rather than traditional flowers
• Fragrance:
  • Light fresh evergreen fragrance from foliage
• Wildlife Attraction & Pest Resistance:
  • Provides shelter and nesting cover for birds
  • Moderately deer resistant, though browsing may occur in winter
  • Generally pest and disease resistant
• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 3–8
• Sun Preferences: Full sun to partial shade
  • Best color and densest growth occur in full sun
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate once established

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

1. Choose the Location

• Select a sunny to lightly shaded area with well-drained soil.
• Ideal for hedges, privacy screens, foundation plantings, and formal borders.

2. Prepare the Soil

• Loosen soil 10–12 inches deep.
• Add compost if needed to improve drainage and root establishment.

3. Dig the Hole

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot and equal depth.

4. Remove from Pot

• Carefully remove the plant and gently loosen any circling roots.

5. Plant

• Position the root ball level with or slightly above surrounding soil level.
• Backfill and firm soil gently.

6. Water

• Water thoroughly after planting.
• Keep soil evenly moist during establishment.

7. Mulch

• Apply mulch around the base to conserve moisture and regulate soil temperature.
• Keep mulch a few inches away from the trunk.

8. Spacing

• Space plants 2–4 feet apart for hedges or farther apart for specimen plantings.

Seasonal Care & Maintenance

• Water deeply during prolonged dry periods, especially in the first few years
• Lightly prune if desired to maintain formal shape
• Protect young plants from heavy snow or winter wind in exposed areas
• Fertilize lightly in spring with an evergreen fertilizer if needed

Emerald Green Arborvitae is a dependable evergreen that delivers year-round color, elegant structure, and excellent privacy screening. Its compact form, rich green foliage, and low-maintenance nature make it one of the most versatile landscape evergreens available.