Green giant privacy fence

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.

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…

Homeowners and landscapers looking for a fast-growing, evergreen tree to be used as a...

Hello everyone! I am currently planting a half dozen or more giant green thuja's. The main reason like many is for a privacy screen. However I do not have...

Discover the top 11 trees that don’t lose leaves, perfect for adding year-round privacy to your garden! These evergreen beauties provide lush foliage and dense coverage, ensuring your outdoor space remains secluded and green in every season. Explore options from elegant hollies to majestic pines, each offering unique benefits for creating a natural, living privacy screen. Transform your yard into a tranquil haven with these resilient, low-maintenance trees that keep their leaves all year…

I have always had a keen interest in plants and design, which led to my choice of profession. I like to keep abreast of new design ideas and plants in my daily traveling and observations. The key is always learning, even trying many ideas in my own landscape. Thirty-eight years after starting design work it’s... Read More

Latin Name: Thuja occidentalis ‘Smaragd’ Description: Narrow, pyramidal evergreen displaying dense emerald green foliage. Holds its foliage color throughout winter. Excellent medium to large hedge or screening plant. Size: 15′ tall, … Continue reading "Emerald Green Arborvitae"

Fast growing privacy can easily grow 2 feet or more per year! Privacy trees are mainly evergreen trees (with the exception of...

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Adding flowering shrubs at the base of the Green Giant Arborvitae is an option