Areolar Tissue is loose connective tissue that consists of a meshwork of collagen, elastic tissue, and reticular fibres-with many connective tissue cells in between the meshwork of fibres. The fibres that form the mesh structure of areolar tissue include:
Normal growth rates for Emerald Green (Thuja occidentalis 'Smaragd') are between 6 to 12 per year once established and tapering off as they reach about 12' to 15'. I'd be suprised to see more than about 18 per year even in ideal conditions.
Why it rocks: Emerald Green Arborvitae is one of the most popular arborvitae varieties, and is known for its extremely narrow habit of growth. This narrow arborvitae has a bright green foliage color that holds well all winter. Emerald Green will grow about 12-14â tall by 3-4â wide.