GREEN GIANT ARBORVITAE

Plant Name: Green Giant Arborvitae
Scientific Name: Thuja ‘Green Giant’ — Green Giant Arborvitae, Green Giant Cedar
Mature Height: 40–60 ft
Mature Spread: 12–18 ft
Growth Rate: Fast (3–4 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water: Moderate; ~10–15 gal/week while establishing, then ~15–20 gal every 7–10 days once established; increase during extreme heat
Foliage: Dense, scale-like, rich green, evergreen
Fall Color: Remains green
Flower Color: Inconspicuous
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruit: Small, oval, brown cones
Hardiness Zones: 5–8 (−20°F to 20°F)
Features: Extremely fast growing; dense privacy screen; naturally pyramidal form; year-round foliage; excellent windbreak; adaptable and low maintenance
Additional Facts: Green Giant is a hybrid of Thuja standishii and Thuja plicata. It is one of the fastest-growing commonly available arborvitae and can add several feet of growth per year under favorable conditions.