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Vibrant Evergreen Spiral Topiary for Distinctive Landscaping
The Emerald Spiral Thuja Tree offers a unique blend of natural beauty and sophisticated design, perfect for enhancing gardens and landscapes. This Thuja occidentalis cultivar features bright emerald-green foliage that grows densely, forming a striking spiral shape that adds vertical interest. Fast-growing yet manageable, it thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types. Its compact form makes it ideal for limited spaces, borders, or formal plantings, while its insect and disease resistance ensures lasting health with minimal care. Add year-round color and elegance to your outdoor space with this graceful, low-maintenance topiary.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: Choose a location with full sun and well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball. Gently loosen the roots, place the tree in the hole, and backfill with native soil. Water thoroughly after planting and apply mulch to retain soil moisture.
2. Watering: During the first growing season, water regularly to help the plant establish a strong root system. Once established, Emerald Spiral is highly drought-tolerant and will only need occasional deep watering during prolonged dry spells. Avoid overwatering or allowing the soil to remain soggy.
3. Fertilizing: Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer formulated for evergreens. Fertilizing once per year is usually sufficient.
4. Pruning: Minimal pruning is required to maintain its natural columnar shape. If desired, lightly prune in early spring before new growth appears to shape or remove any damaged or wayward branches.
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Product Details
| Mature Height: | 10-15 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 3-4 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate: | Fast Growing |
| Botanical Name: | Thuja o. 'Emerald' |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AZ, HI, OR |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 3-8 outdoors |
| Your Growing Zone: | # |
