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Thuja ‘Green Giant’ (Arborvitae)

Green Giant Arborvitae, Thuja plicata x standishii 'Green Giant'

Thuja 'Green Giant' (Arborvitae), Green Giant Arborvitae, Thuja plicata x standishii 'Green Giant', Eergreen Tree
Thuja 'Green Giant' (Arborvitae), Green Giant Arborvitae, Thuja plicata x standishii 'Green Giant', Eergreen Tree

Tall and narrow, Thuja standishii × plicata ‘Green Giant’ (Arborvitae) is a majestic, evergreen tree of conical to pyramidal habit with sprays of rich glossy green foliage year-round. Fast-growing, up to 5 ft. per year (150 cm), it is regarded as a disease-free substitute for Leland cypress. Forming a majestic exclamation point in the landscape, it is excellent as a specimen plant and for screens or hedges. 

  • Grows up to 40-60 ft. tall (12-18 m) and 12-18 ft. wide (3.5-5.5 m). Can be kept more compact by pruning.
  • A full sun lover, this plant is easily grown in moist, fertile, well-drained soils. Usually appreciates some light afternoon shade in hot summer climates. Thrives in cool summer climates. Intolerant of dry conditions. Protect from drying winds especially when young.
  • Perfect as a specimen plant or hedges and screens.
  • No serious insect or disease problems. May be affected by scale insects, conifer aphids and coryneum canker.
  • Low maintenance, no pruning required, unless grown as a hedge
  • Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings
  • Native to the Pacific Northwest

Arborvitae is one of the most versatile, easy-to-grow evergreens suited to cold northern landscapes. Perfect as specimen plants, hedges, foundation plantings, and windbreaks, these attractive shrubs require hardly any maintenance while contributing beautifully to our landscapes.

Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 8
Heat Zones 6 - 8
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A3
Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Plant Family Cupressaceae
Genus Thuja
Common names Arborvitae
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 40' - 60'
(12.2m - 18.3m)
Spread 12' - 18'
(3.7m - 5.5m)
Spacing 60" - 72"
(150cm - 180cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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Alternative Plants to Consider

Thuja occidentalis ‘Globosa Aurea’ (Golden Globe Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis ‘Rheingold’ (American Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis (American Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis ‘Danica’ (American Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis Fire Chief™ (American Arborvitae)
Thuja occidentalis ‘Holmstrup’ (American Arborvitae)
While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
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Requirements

Hardiness 5 - 8
Heat Zones 6 - 8
Climate Zones 1, 1A, 1B, 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, A3
Plant Type Conifers, Trees
Plant Family Cupressaceae
Genus Thuja
Common names Arborvitae
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late)
Summer (Early, Mid, Late)
Fall
Winter
Height 40' - 60'
(12.2m - 18.3m)
Spread 12' - 18'
(3.7m - 5.5m)
Spacing 60" - 72"
(150cm - 180cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Average
Soil Type Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Attracts Birds
Garden Uses Beds And Borders, Hedges And Screens
Garden Styles City and Courtyard, Informal and Cottage, Traditional Garden
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