Arborvitae Emerald Teardrop 3Gal

Key Plant Characteristics

• Botanical Name: Thuja plicata 'RLH-CS' (Western Red Cedar cultivar)
• Mature Size: Reaches approximately 10 to 15 feet tall and 6 to 8 feet wide (some sources note up to 8 feet spread).
• Growth Habit: Naturally narrow, compact, and pyramidal-to-teardrop shape.
• Foliage: Medium green with year-round color that may shift to a darker green in winter with subtle whitish tips.
• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5 to 9. 

Growing Requirements & Care

• Light: Prefers full sun.
• Soil: Thrives in average, moist, well-draining, and acidic soils.
• Watering: Needs deep, weekly watering during dry spells when young (avoid heavy overhead watering).
• Pruning: Minimal maintenance; light spring pruning can be done if shaping is needed.
• Resistances: Shows high resistance to common issues like leaf scorch, leaf spot, and powdery mildew, though it can be susceptible to deer browsing (unlike some other western red cedars).
• *Stock image shown for reference. Actual tree appearance may vary.