arborvitae (Thuja 'Green Giant') plant — close-up photo
Easy to grow

arborvitae

Thuja 'Green Giant'

Overview

Arborvitae (Thuja 'Green Giant') is a quick-growing, tall evergreen coniferous tree with deep-green scale-like foliage. It is ideal as a hedge or accent tree in smaller gardens or yards, as it can reach up to 80 feet (24 m) tall. This dense and weather-resistant tree is tolerant of most soils and is an ideal choice for planting as a windbreak or privacy screen. The dense foliage makes it difficult for anything to penetrate, creating a safe and secure environment. It requires very little pruning, making it easy to maintain and leaves no debris.

Care Guide

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Watering

Average — every "7-10" days.

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Light

Full sun, part shade.

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 5-8.

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Pruning

Best pruned in February, March, April, June, July, August.

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Propagation

Cutting, Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Division, Seed Propagation

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