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I’ve never owned or planted an Arborvitae before, so I don’t know which one would be the better choice: Emerald Green or North Pole? Are they both...
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Newbie to the Arborvitae #867058
Asked May 04, 2024, 8:52 PM EDT
I’ve never owned or planted an Arborvitae before, so I don’t know which one would be the better choice: Emerald Green or North Pole? Are they both hardy for our area, are they low maintenance, do they get pests frequently, and is partial sun enough?
Kent County Michigan
Expert Response
Hello Dianne,
Both of these arborvitae will do well in your area. Emerald green require full sun only in while the North Pole variety can tolerate full sun or partial shade. Arborvitae are favorites of rabbits and deer. Read more here: https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=m550
And here: https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=272237
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