Arborvitae green giant

I am a conifer aficionado. On my 3-acre spread there are currently more than 100 specimens representing 15 different genera -- about all that are hardy in central Indiana. One of my favorites is arborvitae, the genus Thuja. There is a native midwestern arborvitae (T. occidentalis), referred to as eastern white cedar by some. Unfortunately, we destroyed all the wild native Indiana populations, but the species is common in the horticultural trade. I have several cultivars of T. occidentalis in…

It may be small now, but this Green Giant Arborvitae Seedling from National Plant Network will truly live up to its name. Growing in a dense, pyramid-like shape, the versatile tree can be pruned to create a low screen or hedge or left to tower over your outdoor space, forming a large privacy hedge or windscreen. Boasting a vibrant green color year-round, the hearty plant resists disease and thrives in a variety of soils, making it a wonderful addition to your landscaping.

Are you shopping for arborvitae but aren't sure which variety to choose? The ‘Green Giant’ has a lot to offer gardeners. In this article, gardening expert Jill Drago details everything you need to know about planting, growing, and caring for ‘Green Giant’ arborvitae.

Add these backyard plants for an extra dose of privacy. From trees to shrubs, these plants will look great in any home.

Arborvitae are hardy, fast-growing evergreen trees. Commonly used as windscreen or hedges, arborvitae also make attractive accents for many landscaping

Read in detail about Emerald Green Arborvitae Spacing and Growth Rate to create a beautiful display of these trees!

Thuja Green Giant or Emerald Green Arborvitae? Both plants offer unique qualities to consider. Thuja Green Giant is prized for its rapid growth and privacy screening abilities, while Emerald Green Arborvitae boasts a vibrant, compact form perfect for hedges or borders. To delve deeper into their characteristics and make an informed decision, be sure to check out our new blog post article. Discover more and find your favorite here, with Perfect Plants!

Mar 20, 2020 - Thuja Green Giant trees are easy to grow evergreens used mainly for privacy screening. Extremely popular for their fast growth rate and hardy nature, these attractive arborvitae have quickly beat out Leyland Cypress as the number one choice for living fences. Thuja Green Giant Privacy Screen Features With potential gro…

There have been several samples of arborvitae brought in over the past few weeks. In each case, there were brown spots showing up on the shrub. I inspected the samples but could not find any eviden…

Thuja ‘Green Giant’ is susceptible to very few pest or disease problems. Most gardeners will never have any issues with their ‘Green Giants’. But if you do encounter pests and diseases of Thuja Green Giant, here is how to solve them in our list of Thuja Green Giant Tree Problems. Thuja Green Giant arborvitae shrub is one of our most popular ornamental trees for hedges, privacy screens, and windbreaks. It is a fast growing evergreen shrub, adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions, and…