Thuja 'Smaragd', commonly known as Emerald Cedar, is a highly popular evergreen conifer prized for its dense foliage, vibrant emerald-green colour, and naturally neat pyramidal shape. Its elegant upright growth habit makes it an excellent choice for hedging, screening, feature planting, and creating privacy in both residential and commercial landscapes.

Retaining its rich green colour throughout the year, Emerald Cedar provides year-round structure and visual appeal without the need for frequent pruning. Its compact form makes it ideal for formal gardens, boundary plantings, entranceways, and narrow spaces where height is desired without excessive width.

Hardy and adaptable, Thuja 'Smaragd' thrives in full sun to part shade and performs best in well-drained, fertile soils. Once established, it requires minimal maintenance, making it one of the most reliable and widely used screening plants available.

Plant Information

• Common Name: Emerald Cedar
• Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'
• Height: Typically 4–6m
• Spread: Approximately 1–1.5m
• Habit: Dense, upright pyramidal form
• Foliage: Evergreen vibrant emerald-green foliage
• Position: Full sun to part shade
• Soil Moisture: Moist, well-drained soil
• Exposure: Sheltered to moderately exposed sites
• Usage: Hedging, screening, privacy planting, feature planting, and formal gardens

Key Benefits

• Dense evergreen foliage for year-round privacy
• Naturally neat pyramidal shape
• Excellent screening and hedging plant
• Retains vibrant green colour throughout winter
• Low maintenance and easy to shape
• Hardy and adaptable to a wide range of conditions
• Ideal for formal and contemporary landscape designs
• 45L Pot

Only available in the Canterbury area. Hand delivery is guaranteed; packaging may vary depending on quantity ordered. Safe and secure arrangements to be made directly with the customer. Pick up is also an option if suitable.