Thuja Occidentalis Emerald #1

Let’s be honest: we all love our neighbors here in King and Winston Salem, but sometimes you just want to drink your morning coffee on the porch without making eye contact with everyone walking down the street. Enter the Emerald Green.

This is the gold standard (well, green standard) for privacy screens in the Piedmont. Unlike a wooden fence that eventually rots or needs painting, these 'Emerald Greens' create a living wall that stays bright emerald green all year long -- even in the dead of winter.

They are perfect for our area because they grow tall and narrow, meaning you don't need a massive yard to plant them. They fit tight spaces perfectly, giving you maximum privacy without eating up your entire lawn.

Why we recommend them for NC yards:

• The 'Polite' Fence: It blocks the view and wind, but looks beautiful doing it.

• Low Maintenance: Once they are established, they are incredibly self-sufficient as they are native and drought-tolerant.

• Cold Hardy: They laugh at our winter frosts and keep their color while everything else turns brown."

Best Used For: Privacy screens, windbreaks, hiding utility boxes, and narrow side-yards.

The Arborvitae love full sun but need consistent water to get them established, especially during our hot NC seasons. For detailed spacing guides to create a seamless hedge, check out the  NC State Extension Guide on Arborvitae or ask us when you visit.