Unlike the towering 'Green Giant', emerald green only grows up to 12 inches each year after reaching maturity, reaching a height of 15 feet and a width of 4 feet.

Emerald green arborvitae (Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd') is known for its bright emerald green foliage that retains its color year-round. It's ideal for privacy screens because of its pyramid ...

Arborvitae appearance In their natural form, arborvitae are tall, dense, columnar-shaped trees. They are often planted in a row. The leaves are flat, scaly, and arranged in fan-like clusters.

Perhaps the most popular variety is the emerald green arborvitae (T. occidentalis ‘Smargd’). Growing 12 to 15 feet tall, it is a staple screening shrub in many residential landscapes.

Q: I have a row of 12 'Emerald Green' arborvitae planted along the perimeter of my property. This is the third year for them. Up until now, they were doing very well. This year they all put on 6 ...

A neglected arborvitae can easily become too large for its space, without enough green margin for pruning. In nature, arborvitaes can reach 50 to 70 feet tall and 30 feet wide.