Planet Earth® Arborvitae4 1 - Grasshopper Gardens

Planet Earth® Arborvitae1 1 - Grasshopper Gardens

Planet Earth® Arborvitae3 1 - Grasshopper Gardens

Planet Earth® Arborvitae2 1 - Grasshopper Gardens

First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae

Name: Emerald Green Arborvitae
Brand: Grasshopper Gardens
SKU: EGA-001
Price: 49.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (57 reviews)

Dense Evergreen Foliage
Excellent Privacy Plant
Four Season Structure

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First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.

First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae

A handsome evergreen selection prized for its dense foliage, narrow pyramidal habit, and reliable year-round color. First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae delivers elegant vertical structure, privacy potential, and four-season landscape appeal while fitting comfortably into a wide range of garden designs.

Why choose First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae?

First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae offers exceptional landscape versatility with its naturally dense branching and refined upright habit. Its rich green foliage provides consistent color throughout the year, helping create attractive privacy screens and property boundaries without appearing overly bulky. The narrow profile makes it especially valuable where space is limited but evergreen height and screening are desired. Whether planted as a specimen, backdrop, or hedge, this arborvitae contributes strong architectural structure and dependable evergreen beauty with minimal routine maintenance.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Thuja occidentalis ‘Planet Earth’
Common Name: First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Growth Habit: Upright, narrow pyramidal

First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae Additional Information

First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae is a selected cultivar of American arborvitae valued for its dense evergreen foliage and strong upright growth. The soft, scale-like foliage maintains an attractive green color throughout the growing season and continues providing winter interest when many deciduous plants are dormant. Its uniform branching creates a tidy appearance that often requires little corrective pruning.

This evergreen is frequently used for privacy screening, property definition, foundation plantings, and mixed evergreen borders. The naturally narrow habit allows it to fit into landscapes where wider screening plants may be impractical. Mature plants provide year-round structure and a dependable backdrop for flowering shrubs, perennials, and ornamental grasses. Minimal pruning is typically needed beyond occasional shaping or removal of damaged branches. The evergreen foliage also contributes valuable winter texture, making this cultivar an excellent choice for gardeners seeking dependable screening, structure, and four-season landscape interest.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Select a location with full sun to light shade and well-drained soil. Plant at the same depth as the nursery container and allow adequate room for mature growth.

2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing seasons while roots establish. Once established, provide supplemental moisture during prolonged dry periods.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the root zone to help conserve moisture and moderate soil temperatures. Keep mulch slightly away from the trunk.

4. Pruning: Prune lightly when needed to maintain shape or remove damaged growth. Its naturally dense form generally requires minimal maintenance.

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FAQs

Can First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae be used as a privacy screen?
Absolutely. Its dense branching and upright habit make it an excellent choice for privacy plantings, property borders, and evergreen screening.
How much sunlight does First Editions Planet Earth Arborvitae need?
It performs best in full sun but can also grow in locations that receive light partial shade.
Does this arborvitae require frequent pruning?
No. Its naturally uniform growth habit generally requires only occasional shaping or removal of damaged branches.

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Tall Growth
Lush Foliage
Plant Spacing

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 4 ft
Mature Spread	0-5 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate, Slow
Botanical Name	Thuja occidentalis ''RutThu4' PP35,297
Bloom Time	Non Flowering
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Cupressaceae
Flower Color	Non Flowering
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	Quart

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Growing Zones 3-7 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -40)

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