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Thuja occidentalis 'Emerald Petite'

Emerald Petite' American arborvitae

Emerald Petite' American arborvitae

Format

Exposure

  • Sun
  • Part-shade

Rusticity

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

  • Dwarf
  • Easy to maintain
  • Evergreen foliage
  • Rustic
  • Versatile

Thuja Emerald Petite is a dwarf conifer with a narrow conical shape, with straight branches and short twigs. The upright young shoots add to its appeal. Ideal in deep, cool soil, it maintains its emerald green color all year round. This evergreen conifer grows to a maximum height of 6 feet. Versatile and rustic, it makes an ornamental centerpiece or fits perfectly into a formal privacy hedge.

Plant details

Dimensions

Spacing
24 - 36 in.
Spread
36 - 42 in.
Height
60 - 72 in.

Characteristics

Habit:

  • Pyramid

Flowering colours:

Plant needs

Watering:

  • Prefers well-drained soil. Water regularly during dry periods to keep the soil slightly moist
  • especially during hot periods. However
  • it is essential not to allow the soil to become constantly soggy
  • as a Excess humidity can lead to root problems.

Maintenance:

  • Easy. Prune in June if necessary.

Soil requirement:

  • Moderately rich soils
  • Wet

Features

Resistance:

  • Winter Wind

Attract:

  • Birds

Use:

  • Massive
  • Hedge
  • Landscape
  • Isolated

Attribute:

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