The Western thujas 'smaragd', known as tuya smaragd or Tuya Emerald, is a cultivar of western tuya with features distinctive. Has a narrow and columnar shape, with foliage brilliant and persistent emerald green. Moderate height (3-5) meters), grows slowly and requires little maintenance. The bark It's brown-grey. Resistant and suitable for gardens, parks and decorative hedges, is appreciated for its elegant shape and lively foliage. Prefers well drained soils.
form: presents a narrow and columnar shape with
erect branches that grow in a compact and uniform way. His
silhouette is conical, with a wider base that hones towards
top.
foliage: the foliage is bright emerald green, from which the
name 'smaragd'. Leaves are squamous and persistent throughout
a year, giving the tree a vibrant green appearance.
height: usually reaches moderate heights, between 3 and 5 meters, maintaining
a slender and compact shape.
bark: the bark of the western thujas 'smaragd' is of color
brown-grey and becomes rougher with age.
growth:
grows slowly, requiring little maintenance. Its growth
slow makes it suitable for use in small gardens or limited spaces.
resistance:
is generally resistant to common tuye diseases and can
tolerate a variety of weather conditions.
land:
prefers well drained soils and can tolerate a ph range of
ground.
This plant is native to the North America. However, cultivar 'smaragd' is the result of human cultivation practices and selection in nursery for develop specific aesthetic characteristics, such as form compact and emerald green foliage. This cultivar was created for ornamental purposes and became popular in gardens, parks and as screen of hedges.