Thuja ‘Smaragd’ Arborvitae – Emerald Green Live Starter Plant | 12 Inches Tall | Evergreen Privacy Tree | Narrow Columnar Hedge Plant | Cold Hardy

Create a lush, elegant privacy screen with this Thuja ‘Smaragd’ Arborvitae starter plant, also known as Emerald Green Arborvitae. This well-rooted evergreen is prized for its dense, bright green foliage and naturally narrow, pyramidal shape, making it perfect for hedges, borders, or vertical accents in your landscape. Its compact growth habit requires minimal pruning, making it an easy-care choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners. Cold hardy and adaptable, this arborvitae provides year-round color and structure to your outdoor space. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live arborvitae starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 12 inches
✔️ Shipped in 2.5 x 3.5 inch nursery pot
✔️ Well-rooted, healthy plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Emerald Green Arborvitae
Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub/tree
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Mature Size: 12–14 feet tall x 3–4 feet wide
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 2–7
Container Friendly: Yes (young plants; best planted in ground long-term)

💡 Care Tip: Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and protect roots in colder climates. Minimal pruning is needed to maintain its natural shape.