The Emerald Green Thuja (Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'), also known as Emerald Green Arborvitae, is a popular upright evergreen conifer prized for its dense, rich emerald-green foliage that retains its vibrant color year-round. This specimen is sold in a #5 (5-gallon) container at a height of 3 to 4 feet, making it ready for immediate planting with an established root system.

Emerald Green Thuja is widely used for privacy screens, hedgerows, windbreaks, and as a formal accent or foundation planting. It grows in a naturally tight, conical form that requires little to no pruning to maintain its shape. Mature trees typically reach 12 to 15 feet in height with a spread of 3 to 4 feet, growing at a moderate rate of 6 to 9 inches per year. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8, tolerating cold winters and a range of soil types, and performs best in full sun to partial shade.

Container-grown plants can be planted any time the ground is workable. For privacy screens, spacing of 3 feet on center creates a dense hedge over time. Water regularly after planting until established, and avoid overly wet or poorly drained soils.