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Green Giant Arborvitae

Thuja plicata x 'Green Giant'

Category: Evergreen Tree • Arborvitae

Green Giant Arborvitae is a fast-growing evergreen perfect for privacy screens and windbreaks.

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Mature Height: 30-40 feet

Mature Width: 12-20 ft

Light: Sun

Zone: Zones 5-8

Maintenance: Low

Growth Rate: Fast

Season of Interest: Multi-season

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Designed & Reviewed by

Josh Graber

Owner and Landscape Designer · Kansas State University · 25+ Years Experience

B.S. in Horticulture and Landscape Design – Kansas State University

25+ years of industry experience

Description

Green Giant Arborvitae is a fast-growing evergreen tree known for its tall, narrow form and lush green foliage. It is ideal for privacy screens and windbreaks.

Ideal Conditions

Thrives in full sun to partial shade with moderate moisture. Prefers well-drained soil and can tolerate a range of soil types.

Soil Preferences

Well-drained with moderate moisture; adaptable to various pH levels.

Sun Needs

Sun

Landscape Guidance

Landscape Use

screeningspecimen

Special Features

Fast growthevergreen foliagedeer resistant

Wildlife Value

Attracts birds and provides habitat.

Resistance / Tolerance

Drought tolerant once established.

Notes from Our Designer

Ideal for privacy screens and windbreaks. Can be used in mass plantings for effective coverage.

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