38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh,
Alexandra
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'
Emerald Green Cedar
$30
PB18
Mature height:
3 - 4 m
Mature width:
1 - 1.2 m
An exceptional, highly popular evergreen conifer forming an incredibly neat, dense, compact emerald-green pillar. Features glossy, scale-like foliage held in tight vertical sprays that release a pleasant fruity scent when brushed. Keeps its bright emerald colour flawlessly through winter.
Growing Conditions
Soil
Moist, rich, fertile, well-drained organic loam or clay.
Sunlight
Full sun ensures the densest framework and brightest emerald gloss.
Flower
Inconspicuous tiny cones in spring.
Care & Maintenance
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd' is a popular, vibrant-green, narrow-conifer that maintains its colour through winter.
• Thrives in full sun to partial shade.
• Requires consistent moisture, especially in its first few years.
• Perfect for narrow hedges or as an architectural feature.
• Very hardy to frost and cold.
Common Uses for
Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd'
01
Immaculate Living Fence
The premier worldwide choice for crafting a dense, uniform, bright emerald-green formal privacy screen.
02
Contemporary Patio Pots
Brings a highly sophisticated, upscale, neat architectural thriller element to modern entryway containers.
03
Symmetrical Border Framing
Outlines formal garden lines, patios, and driveways with a crisp, low-maintenance vertical frame.
04
Modern Line Edging
Perfect for tight multi-story urban margins where vertical height is desired without encroaching width.
Visit Us Today
We’re a local, onsite nursery located in Alexandra.
All plants are selected and purchased in person so you can see quality, size, and suitability before you buy.
38 Hawley Road, Earnscleugh, Alexandra
Opening Hours
You’re welcome to visit during our open hours, or arrange a time that suits you by appointment.
August - May:
Tue, Wed, Thu | 2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
June - July:
By Appointment Only