{"id":31126,"date":"2021-02-08T08:05:20","date_gmt":"2021-02-08T14:05:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/b48db82f22.nxcli.net\/?p=31126"},"modified":"2025-02-19T10:08:23","modified_gmt":"2025-02-19T16:08:23","slug":"how-to-plant-arborvitae","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/platthillnursery.com\/how-to-plant-arborvitae\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Plant, Grow, & Prune Arborvitae"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Where can I plant arborvitae? <\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Arborvitae<\/a>, or \u2018arbs\u2019 for short, prefer to be planted in full sun areas that receive 6+ hours of sun per day. However, several varieties can thrive in partial shade areas that get 4-6 hours of sun per day. Most arborvitae varieties do not like shady conditions; the more sun they get, the happier they will be. Lastly, be sure the area where they are planted does not have standing water during the season; arbs do not like having wet feet.<\/p>\n

How many \u2018Emerald Green\u2019 Arborvitae do I need? <\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Many customers install arbs in long rows along their property lines to block neighbors, reduce noise pollution and hide unsightly views like roads and sheds. Regardless of size, Platt Hill Nursery recommends a spacing of 3′ from center-of-pot to center-of-pot. When using 3′ spacing, take the distance that needs coverage, say 30 feet, and divide that distance by 3 to get an idea of how many arbs are needed. So, 30 \u00f7 3 = 10 arbs. Keep in mind, there will be small gaps in between each plant after installation, but the gaps will fill in after a few years.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

If coverage is needed immediately, most arborvitae can be installed needle-to-needle or at whatever spacing is desired; they are meant to growth together to provide privacy coverage. Ultimately, the quantity needed depends on this question: are you willing to wait for the gaps to fill in or do you need coverage now?<\/p>\n

Tip: When installing smaller quantities of\u00a0 plants, use \u2018The Rule of Odds\u2019 and plant in odd numbers like 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, & 11 for a more pleasing and natural look in the landscape.<\/i><\/p>\n

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How should I space the arborvitae? <\/b><\/span><\/h2>\n

Below are two common methods for spacing arborvitae – single row and staggered. Single row plantings will require a smaller planting bed, but may take longer to give you full coverage due to the gaps between the plants. Staggered rows, on the other hand, will give you more immediate coverage, but will require a deeper planting bed and can results in gaps between plants when not viewed from straight ahead.<\/p>\n