Emerald Green Arborvitaes are the most popular since they do not take too much space and can go in narrow planting beds. They are good for privacy screening and can grow up to 14′ tall.
| Botanical Name | Thuja occidentalis. ‘Emerald Green’ |
| Common Names | ‘Emerald Green’ arborvitae, ‘Smaragd’ arborvitae |
| Plant Type | Needled evergreen |
| Mature Size Growth Rate | 12 to 14 feet tall, with a spread of 3 to 4 feet
6-8″ Annually |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun to part shade |
| Soil Type | Wide range of soil tolerance, but prefers moist well-drained loams that are neutral to alkaline in pH |
| Soil pH | 6 to 8 |
Green Giant arborvitaes
are the fastest growing arbs around to create quick screening. Make sure to space them at least 6′ Apart. These are a good substitute when looking for a disease resistant Leyland Cyrpess. These are also more Deer Resistant then other Arborvitae varieties.
| Botanical Name | Thuja ‘Green Giant’ |
| Common Names | Green Giant |
| Plant Type | Needled evergreen |
| Mature Size Growth Rate | 60′- 80′ feet tall, with a spread of up to 20 feet
up to 5′ Annually |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Wide range of soil tolerance, from sandy loam or even heavy clay are suitable, although it prefers moist well-drained loam. |
| Soil pH | 7 or above |
Nigra / Dark American Arb
Growing Zones: 3-7
Growth Rate: Up to 12″ a year
| Color: | Green |
| Plant Size: | 15-18′ tall x 8-10′ wide |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil Conditions: | Normal, Sandy, Clay, Acidic, Wet |
| Low Maintenance: | Yes |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
