thuja occidentalis emerald green
Thuja occidentalis emerald green, also called Thuja 'Smaragd', Green Cedar, or Green Arborvitae, is a highly sought-after evergreen conifer that brings year-round structure, privacy, and vibrant colour to New Zealand gardens. Known for its slender, upright form and rich, emerald-green foliage, this easy-care hedge plant is prized for both formal and natural landscapes. Whether you’re looking for a dense privacy screen, a tidy topiary specimen, or a low-maintenance feature, Thuja occidentalis emerald green stands out as a reliable performer in Kiwi backyards.
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' (Green Cedar)
Green Cedar, Emerald Cedar, Green Arborvitae
Thuja 'Smaragd', commonly known as the Green or Emerald Cedar, grows with a narrow, dense, and columnar habit. The foliage is rich green, sometimes tinged bronze in winter, and produced with a somewhat layered effect to give the plant an interesting texture. It typically grows to 7 m in height and 2.5 m in width in full sun.
- Suited to regions:
All regions - Plant type:
Conifers - Height:
7.00 m - Spread:
2.50 m - Tolerances:
Extended dry periods, Hardy - Garden uses:
Containers, Hedging, Screening - Garden styles:
Architectural, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Formal, Frontyard, Modern
