Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' evergreen foliage

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Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' Tree

Smaragd Arborvitae

Single stem tree, 50-70cm, 7.5L pot

£45

£45 ~~£45~~

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Many stems low down

Despatched within 2-4 weeks

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Planting & Care

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Key features

Awards RHS Award of Garden Merit

Final size 4 x 2 metres in 20 years

Foliage Green coloured scale-like evergreen leaves

Position Full to part sun

Soil Suited to most soil types and moist but well-drained sites

Description

Vibrant green year-round foliage and a neat, slightly pyramidal upright form make 'Smaragd' a great choice for many situations. Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' can be planted as a single specimen for a stand alone feature or in small quantities to punctuate a border and create structure. It can also be used for hedging, although it takes a few years to knit together into a consistent screen.

Known as a White Cedar or Arborvitae, Thuja 'Smaragd' can be expected to reach a height of 4+ metres and spread of 2 metres in 20 years. Any moist, well-drained soil in full or part sun will suit. This conifer has received the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

AKA Smaragd arborvitae, White Cedar Smaragd, Thuya Smaragd

Planting Steps

1Preparation

Pot-grown plants can be planted at any time of year, whereas bare roots need to be planted between November and March.
Clear weeds and grass within a metre of the planting hole.
Dig a hole as deep as the root mass and twice as wide.
To help your plant establish more effectively, sprinkle Rootgrow in the hole.

2Planting

Gently loosen the roots and place into the planting hole.
Ensure the top of the plant's compost is flush with the level of the surrounding soil and the graft union or collar of the tree is above ground level.
Mix 50% of the original soil with 50% compost.
Fill in the hole, firming the soil gently.

3Last Steps

Water generously around the base of the plant.
If you are planting either a single stem tree or mature standard tree, we recommend adding a staking kit and rabbit guard.

Aftercare Advice

Conifers require a good watering regime for a couple of years whilst they establish. Water well and regularly through spring and summer, increasing in hot or dry weather. If planting in autumn, you may only need to water a little. It is advisable to keep the area free of competing weeds and grass during this period.

Most Conifers need very little pruning. Simply remove any dead, diseased or awkwardly placed branches as and when you see them.

For more detailed advice and video guides, please visit our Help & Advice section.

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