Care Guide for Emerald Green Arbovitae
PLANTING:
- Best time for planting is from early spring to early fall.
- Dig a hole twice the size of the plant's root ball.
- Remove the tree from its container and loosen any roots that are tightly packed.
- Place the tree in the hole and backfill with soil.
- Tamp down the soil and water thoroughly.
SOIL:
- Prefers well-drained soil.
- Suitable for most types of soil, avoid wet and soggy.
MULCH:
- Apply a 2-3 inch layer of organic hardwood mulch around the entire planting area.
- Mulch will help retain moisture, suppress weeds, and regulate soil temperature.
LIGHT:
- Thrives inΒ full sun.Β
WATER:
- Water well every 2-3 days until established.Β
- Once established, water only during extended periods of drought.
FERTILIZE:
- Fertilize duringΒ early spring with a slow-release,Β well-balancedΒ fertilizer.
PRUNING:
- Pruning is not necessary.Β
- To shape as a hedge or screen, prune in early spring before new growth.