Thuja Smaragd - 2.4L

Thuja 'Smaragd'

Elegant evergreen with a classic conical shape

Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ (also known as Emerald Cedar) is a popular, slow-growing conifer known for its striking emerald-green foliage and naturally neat, conical form. It’s the perfect choice for formal hedging, narrow screens, or as a feature plant in pots or gardens where space is limited.

🌿 Key Features:

• Upright, slender habit – Grows in a symmetrical, narrow cone shape

• Rich colour year-round – Holds vibrant green foliage through winter

• Low maintenance – Retains shape with minimal pruning

• Great for screening – Ideal for narrow hedges or privacy planting

📏 Size (at maturity):

• Height: 2.5 – 4m

• Width: 60 – 80cm

☀️ Growing Conditions:

• Light: Full sun to part shade

• Soil: Prefers moist, well-draining soil

• Watering: Keep moist during establishment; drought-tolerant once mature

• Frost Hardy: Yes

🌱 Care Tips:

• Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.

• Prune lightly in late spring or summer if shaping is desired.

• Feed in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertiliser.

Thuja 'Smaragd' is a timeless choice for structured gardens, formal plantings, or elegant potted accents — adding vertical interest and year-round greenery with minimal effort.